Effects of Housing Systems and Feeding Strategies on Welfare, Health and Gut Microbiota in Pigs

The appointee will contribute to research on the effects of housing systems and feeding strategies on pig welfare, health, performance and gut microbiota. Tasks will include literature review, development of data collection plans, observational assessments and collection of farm records at farms outside the Emilia-Romagna region, requiring travel according to project needs. Activities will not involve animal handling, treatments, experimental procedures or direct biological sampling. The appointee will manage and transport samples previously collected by authorised personnel to DIMEVET, organise databases, perform statistical analyses and interpret results, and contribute to reports and scientific publications. Travel, meal and accommodation expenses for farm visits are already included in the total contract amount and will not be reimbursed separately.