Reader/Associate Professor in Sustainable Livestock Systems and Climate Resilience

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The post-holder will serve as Principal Investigator for a major international research programme focused on enhancing the sustainability and climate resilience of livestock systems. Working in partnership with the Co-Investigator, the management team and international collaborators, the post-holder will contribute to both the strategic direction and scientific delivery of the project.

The role will combine scientific leadership with direct involvement in research activities, including the design and implementation of studies, development and evaluation of demonstration activities, supervision of researchers and students, stakeholder engagement, and dissemination of research findings. The post-holder will help ensure the successful delivery of project objectives while generating high-quality research outputs and practical impact for livestock producers, industry stakeholders and policymakers.

The successful candidate will contribute to strengthening Harper Adams University's international reputation in sustainable livestock systems research and support the University's strategic ambitions in research excellence, innovation, sustainability and global engagement.