Job Description

All Locations*Kiel
Job Function*Sustainability / R&D / Innovation
Type*Fixed Term

The Role & Key Responsibilities

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Job Title:

Dairy Economist / Dairy Farms Specialist

Location:

Kiel, Germany

Contract:

Initial 12-month contract with a view to permanent employment. Full-time (40 hours per week)



IFCN AG is a global R&D and consulting firm partnering with researchers in 100+ countries and over 130 companies to deliver data-driven insights for the dairy value chain. We’re hiring a Dairy Economist to lead research and consulting in dairy farming, build data products, manage international projects, and conduct economic impact analyses for global clients—helping shape the future of dairy. Join an international company with room to grow and work alongside great professionals.

What you'll be doing:

+ Leading and executing internal and external B2B international consulting projects.
+ Developing new data services for analysing dairy farms and different farming systems , with a focus on sustainability aspects (including the economic impact of new technologies and policies).
+ Collecting and validating data , and developing databases and analytical models.
+ Analysing dairy farms, markets, and different farming systems to create presentations, workshops, and event outputs worldwide.
Communicating and collaborating with research partners and business clients.
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What you'll bring:

+ PhD/MSc in agriculture, dairy science, agricultural economics, or a related field.
+ Strong knowledge of global dairy production systems and practical experience on dairy farms.
+ Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience managing large datasets.
+ Skills in statistical data analysis, data management, and complex problem-solving.
+ Excellent communication skills, intercultural competence, and fluency in English.
Willingness to travel internationally and flexibility in working hours.
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Where growth meets purpose

What sets us apart is how we delight our customers - and that’s because of great people like you. People with different life experiences who