IRTA is currently seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Postdoctoral Researcher for the Fruit Production Program specialized on vineyard to lead and carry out applied and finalist research, innovation and demonstration projects and technology transfer activities in the areas of plant material (cultivar and rootstocks), environmental conditions, plant (canopy management, pruning system, …), soil and cover crop management in a drought scenario in Mediterranean conditions. 

The researcher will develop his/her activities in a collaborative environment, interacting with teams including plant health, genomics and water use efficiency.

Tasks and Responsibilities:
-Perform research activities on Viticulture within the Fruit Production Program by ensuring the achievement of milestones of the research projects.
-Participate actively in the preparation of proposals for national and international public calls.
-Participate actively in executing the research tasks related to contracted work with private companies.
-Contribute to the transfer of knowledge and technologies to the private sector.
-Contribute to dissemination activities related to the research line.

Required qualifications and experience:
-Ph.D. in Plant Science with an academic background in Agronomy, Biology or related discipline.
-Scientific experience in viticulture research.
-At least postdoctoral experience for one year in research institutions or in the sector for the wine growing industry.
-Scientific experience publishing in peer‐review scientific journals.
-Experience in interacting with the agricultural sector and the scientific community.
-Experience in participation in competitive projects.
-Experience in statistical analysis.
-Sound computational skills with advanced user level of the Office package (Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.) and data analysis software (SAS, R, Xlstat, JMP, other).
-Full driving license for Europe and travelling availability.

Desirable requirements:
-Experience in research activities regarding cover crops, IPM and climate change.
-Knowledge of vineyard and/or wine industry concertation, technology transfer and fostering innovation added value.

Languages:
-Proficiency in English.
-Knowledge of Catalan, Spanish and French will also be valued.