> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3160389-data-research-expert-dairy-farming](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3160389-data-research-expert-dairy-farming). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data & Research Expert Dairy Farming. - **Company:** Lely Technologies N.V. - **Location:** Maassluis, Netherlands - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** €5,015.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Business Analytics Applications, Data Analysis, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft SQL Server, Tableau (Software) - **Published:** September 21, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=6c5894475f91673e ## About the Role You combine a strong scientific foundation with an in-depth understanding of the agricultural or livestock farming context. You can refine research questions, critically assess the quality and significance of data, and communicate complex conclusions convincingly to both researchers and professionals in the field., * A completed master's degree or PhD in Animal Sciences, Livestock Sciences or a closely related agricultural discipline. * At least five years of relevant experience in data analysis, applied scientific research or a combination of both. * Demonstrable experience in initiating, conducting or supervising scientific research, as well as a relevant network within universities, knowledge institutions or research organisations. * Strong experience with Python and with analytical and visualisation environments such as Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio and Tableau. * The ability to connect a wide range of perspectives, from dairy farmers and advisers to technicians, researchers, engineers and product developers. * Excellent spoken and written English, enabling you to operate effectively in an international research and collaboration environment. ## Description Imagine connecting scientific knowledge directly to day-to-day decision-making on dairy farms around the world. As a Data & Research Expert Dairy Farming, you use data from more than 50,000 installed robots to uncover new dependencies, initiate research and develop knowledge that enables dairy farmers and advisers to make well-informed decisions. Within Farm Management Support, you work at the intersection of animal science, data science and agricultural practice. You bring structure to complex questions, assess findings from a scientific perspective and translate them into actionable insights, analytical tools and practical applications. You connect the experience of dairy farmers and advisers with the expertise of researchers, data specialists, engineers and product developers. Your key responsibilities include: * You investigate complex questions in dairy farming and connect real-world data with scientific theory, ensuring that insights are reliable, explainable and applicable. * Together with colleagues, you formulate relevant research questions and identify universities, knowledge institutions and other research partners that can contribute to the development of new knowledge. * You support internal and external research with data, methodological expertise and substantive knowledge of dairy farming, translating the results into applications within Lely. * You analyse trends and patterns in sensor and performance data, translating them into clear visualisations and dashboards that support advisers and decision-makers. * You develop analytical tools for advisers in the field and provide targeted training to help them use these tools carefully and effectively. * You collaborate with international colleagues, data specialists and external analysts, contributing on behalf of Farm Management Support to the direction of data-driven research and decision-making. ## Related Videos - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Empowering Retail Through Applied Machine Learning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/976-empowering-retail-through-applied-machine-learning) - [GenAI Unpacked: Beyond Basic](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1526-genai-unpacked-beyond-basic) - [Times of (climate) crisis - How and why sustainable software is a must!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/988-times-of-climate-crisis-how-and-why-sustainable-software-is-a-must) - [Data Science on Software Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/162-data-science-on-software-data) - [Outclassing Frontier LLMs at Extracting Information](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100303-outclassing-frontier-llms-at-extracting-information) ## Related Articles - [Best Companies in the Netherlands: Top 25 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/193-best-companies-in-the-netherlands-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [Software Developer Salary in The Netherlands [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/217-software-developer-salary-in-the-netherlands-2023) - [The Netherlands – Europe’s powerhouse for software development?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/31-the-netherlands-europe-s-powerhouse-for-software-development) - [Top Big Data Technologies That You Need to Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/108-top-big-data-technologies-that-you-need-to-know) - [Average Salary in The Netherlands](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/272-average-salary-in-the-netherlands) - [How to Find Tech Jobs in Amsterdam](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/279-how-to-find-tech-jobs-in-amsterdam)