The Agricultural Science Association (ASA) has launched a €10,000 annual fellowship programme which aims to contribute positively to scientific innovation within the Irish agri-food industry.
The fellowship, sponsored by FBD, will assist the successful candidate in further developing their scientific knowledge and experience while enhancing their communications skills in the sharing of scientific information in an engaging and accessible manner to the public.
The ASA is currently seeking applications from individuals who must select one of the following themes for further study:
Sustainable agriculture. Soil science and carbon sequestration. Food for health.Agriculture and food economics.How to apply
Applicants must be full members of the ASA with a minimum of five years’ experience working in the Irish agri food industry to apply.
Full eligibility criteria and details of the application process can be accessed here.
Applications close on Monday 4 January 2021 and the successful ASA fellow will be announced at the end of January 2021.
Ambition
ASA president, Dr. Anne Marie Butler said: “We are looking for an ambitious, energetic and passionate individual who has a genuine interest in making a massive impact within our industry to become the first annual ASA fellow.
"The ASA fellow will be given the opportunity to enhance their existing scientific knowledge by learning from experts around the world, gaining a global outlook on their chosen theme. They will be encouraged to promote and integrate scientific knowledge and data into relatable communications in order to become a strong ambassador for the Irish agri food industry.”
FBD
Michael Berkery, chair of FBD Trust, said: “FBD is honoured to partner with the ASA on this fellowship. At FBD we are proud to invest in a programme that promotes vision, innovation and knowledge sharing in order to drive excellence in the agricultural industry.
"This is a really exciting opportunity for the right candidate to enhance their skills, knowledge and experience and to elevate their status within the Irish agri-food industry and further afield. One individual will be selected each year, and they will set an exemplary standard in their chosen field.
"We anticipate huge interest and demand in this programme and expect great things from the selected candidate,” he said.
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The Agricultural Science Association (ASA) has launched a €10,000 annual fellowship programme which aims to contribute positively to scientific innovation within the Irish agri-food industry.
The fellowship, sponsored by FBD, will assist the successful candidate in further developing their scientific knowledge and experience while enhancing their communications skills in the sharing of scientific information in an engaging and accessible manner to the public.
The ASA is currently seeking applications from individuals who must select one of the following themes for further study:
Sustainable agriculture. Soil science and carbon sequestration. Food for health.Agriculture and food economics.How to apply
Applicants must be full members of the ASA with a minimum of five years’ experience working in the Irish agri food industry to apply.
Full eligibility criteria and details of the application process can be accessed here.
Applications close on Monday 4 January 2021 and the successful ASA fellow will be announced at the end of January 2021.
Ambition
ASA president, Dr. Anne Marie Butler said: “We are looking for an ambitious, energetic and passionate individual who has a genuine interest in making a massive impact within our industry to become the first annual ASA fellow.
"The ASA fellow will be given the opportunity to enhance their existing scientific knowledge by learning from experts around the world, gaining a global outlook on their chosen theme. They will be encouraged to promote and integrate scientific knowledge and data into relatable communications in order to become a strong ambassador for the Irish agri food industry.”
FBD
Michael Berkery, chair of FBD Trust, said: “FBD is honoured to partner with the ASA on this fellowship. At FBD we are proud to invest in a programme that promotes vision, innovation and knowledge sharing in order to drive excellence in the agricultural industry.
"This is a really exciting opportunity for the right candidate to enhance their skills, knowledge and experience and to elevate their status within the Irish agri-food industry and further afield. One individual will be selected each year, and they will set an exemplary standard in their chosen field.
"We anticipate huge interest and demand in this programme and expect great things from the selected candidate,” he said.
For further information click here.
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