AI-Enhanced Forest Planning PhD Fellowship

University of Eastern Finland; Joensuu; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

National healthcare

Childcare support

Staff training and development

Lunch discount on campus restaurants

Job summary

The Faculty of Science, Forestry and Technology at the University of Eastern Finland invites applications for a Doctoral Researcher position (4 years) in the MSCA COFUND Doctoral Programme for Advancing Forest-Based Bioeconomy (DP-FOBI). The position is based on Joensuu campus and should start by 1 April 2027.

The research theme focuses on coupling AI and simulation-optimization for numeric forest management planning, using forest inventory data from two time points and applying deep learning to

Qualifications

• Master's degree in forestry or data science (or closely related field).
• Experience with AI methods and data analysis in a research setting.
• Ability to work in international multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct dissertation research within the DP-FOBI programme.
• Engage in training activities and workshops, including mobility and secondments.
• Prepare an individual study plan and contribute to dissemination and publications.

Skills

Deep learning

Programming (R/Python)

Scientific writing

Education

Master's degree in forestry or data science

Tools

R

Python

Job description

The Faculty of Science, Forestry and Technology at the University of Eastern Finland invites applications for a Doctoral Researcher position (4 years) in the MSCA COFUND Doctoral Programme for Advancing Forest-Based Bioeconomy (DP-FOBI). The position is based on Joensuu campus and should start by 1 April 2027.

The research theme focuses on coupling AI and simulation-optimization for numeric forest management planning, using forest inventory data from two time points and applying deep learning to