{UAH} Researchers: precision technologies with grass based dairy farming

Contract Technician – (Ref: CT / PD / 0115)
Teagasc
Basic Function To work on an SFI funded project with aim of integrating smart technologies within pasture based systems of milk production. The successful candidate will be working to integrate precision technologies with grass based dairy farming in Ireland. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES •To work with research scientists and PhD students in developing and implementing precision technologies into grass based dairy farms •To monitor and collect data from the various sensors deployed to measure various aspects of the dairy farm •To oversee the functioning of the equipment on farm Person Specification Essential •Candidates must have a Level 6 qualification in agriculture ICT or a related discipline Desirable •A Level 7 qualification in agriculture or ICT would be a distinct advantage How to Apply A detailed job description and application form for this position can be accessed on the Teagasc Website at www.teagasc.ie/careers Completed application forms should be TYPED and saved in MS WORD format and submitted by email to teagascjobs@clark.ie no later than 12 midnight on Thursday 12 February 2015 Please state relevant reference code in all correspondence. Teagasc is an equal opportunities employer. Canvassing will disqualify. The details contained above are subject to change without notice. Status: Technician Location: Cork, IRELAND Remuneration: 26950 - 33636 Euro/year Advert Published: 29 Jan 2015 Expiry date: 12 Feb 2015

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Teagasc Post-Doctoral Research Fellow Level 1 (PD1) PD1 / PA / 0115
Teagasc
Basic Function To design, develop and test a serious of smart technologies for grass based dairy farms. The successful candidate will be working to integrate precision technologies with grass based dairy farming in Ireland. They will also collaborate with research scientists from Telecommunications Systems and Software group (TSSG) and TrueNorthMapping (TNM). The appointee will work with PhD students, research scientists and commercial companies to develop and implement smart solutions on dairy farms Duties & Responsibilities specific to this project: •Develop and evaluate precision and communication technologies for deployment on grass based dairy farms with the ultimate objective of increasing the on farm efficiency and productivity •Collaborate with the project and other research staff Person Specification Essential PhD in agricultural systems Relevant research experience not to exceed 3 years' post-PhD Desirable •Experience in communication technologies •Experience in setting own research agenda Further Information for Candidates Candidates can access a Fellowship Programme Application form for this post on the Teagasc website at http://www.teagasc.ie/opportunities/postdoctoral/index.asp Teagasc do not accept Curriculum Vitae's as an application for a position. In order to apply for a post the relevant application form must be completed in order to be considered. Completed application forms should be TYPED and saved in MS WORD format and submitted by email to teagascjobs@clark.ie no later than 12 midnight on Thursday 12 February 2015. Teagasc is an equal opportunities employer. Canvassing will disqualify. The details contained above are subject to change without notice. Status: Researcher Location: Cork, IRELAND Remuneration: 33975 - 36003 Euro/year Advert Published: 29 Jan 2015 Expiry date: 12 Feb 2015

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