Research Fellow: Plant Pathogen Modelling & Control

University of Warwick; Coventry; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Warwick invites applications for a 3-year fixed-term position to develop and implement mechanistic models of plant pathogen spread. The role focuses on building efficient code to simulate spatio-temporal dynamics, fit models to data and explore robust control strategies in a pan-European project.

You will collaborate with world-leading mathematical modellers, plant scientists and pest managers across Europe, and contribute to policy-influencing results.

Qualifications

• Strong quantitative and computational background required.
• Experience with epidemiological modelling is preferred.
• Ability to develop novel models or extend existing ones to capture plant pest biology.
• Ability to develop highly efficient code for user-friendly platforms.
• Strong communication skills to interact with academics and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanistic models of pathogen spread and control.
• Create efficient code for simulating spatio-temporal dynamics.
• Fit models to data and validate against observations.
• Explore robust and effective control strategies across Europe.
• Work with diverse disciplines and contribute to policy-influencing findings.

Skills

Quantitative background

Computational modelling

Epidemiological modelling

Data handling

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

PhD (near submission or submitted)

Job description

The University of Warwick invites applications for a 3-year fixed-term position to develop and implement mechanistic models of plant pathogen spread. The role focuses on building efficient code to simulate spatio-temporal dynamics, fit models to data and explore robust control strategies in a pan-European project.

You will collaborate with world-leading mathematical modellers, plant scientists and pest managers across Europe, and contribute to policy-influencing results.