AgNUE Agricultural Nitrogen Use Efficiency Platform

Italian Ministry of Education, University and Research; Italia; In loco; EUR 26.000 - 31.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Università degli Studi della Basilicata in Italy invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher position in Agricultural sciences focusing on sensors for research and management in agriculture and soil-plant relations. The project aims to improve nitrogen use efficiency (NUE) and reduce N2O emissions, building a global platform with field measurements, modeling, and data production.

Eligibility includes a PhD or equivalent, a strong scientific CV, and proficiency in English with Italian

Competenze

• PhD or equivalent degree obtained abroad;
• Scientific and professional CV suitable for the postdoctoral position
• English language. Foreign candidates must have adequate knowledge of Italian language

Formazione

PhD in Agricultural sciences (sensors)

Master’s degree in Agricultural science and technology

Descrizione del lavoro

Organisation/Company Università degli Studi della Basilicata Research Field Agricultural sciences » Agronomics Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Leading Researcher (R4) First Stage Researcher (R1) Established Researcher (R3) Application Deadline 28 Oct 2026 - 23:59 (UTC) Country Italy Type of Contract To be defined Job Status Not Applicable Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

The project aims to improve the nitrogen use efficiency (NUE) of agricultural crops and reduce nitrogen losses, with a focus on N₂O emissions, while contributing to the development of more resilient agroecosystems. AgNUE extends its scope by establishing a global research platform aimed at mitigating N₂O emissions through field measurements, modeling innovation, and high-quality data production. Experimentation and data collection are planned at supersites, farms, fields, and laboratories. These activities require the implementation of sensors and instruments related to emissions and nitrogen balance that take into account the spatial and temporal variability of the soil-plant-atmosphere system. The project includes dissemination activities with decision makers and farmers, and outreach.

• Employment contract with full social security: no
• Total amount per fellowship per year: 28457
• Currency: Euro
• Covers salary: yes
• Covers travel and subsistence: no
• Covers research costs: no
• Covers other costs: travel costs in case of mobility outside the main research venue
• Maximum duration of fellowship: 24

Eligibility criteria

Admission requirements:

• PhD or equivalent degree obtained abroad;
• Scientific and professional CV suitable for the postdoctoral position

English language. Foreign candidates must have adequate knowledge of Italian language

Other relevant qualifications

1. a) Educational background
   • PhD in Agricultural sciences with particular reference to sensors for research and management in agriculture and soil-plant relations
   • Master’s degree or equivalent qualification in Agricultural science and technology
2. b) Research activity in the scientific field of the position (field measurement experience, project participation, specialized skills in sensors and measurement methods for research and management of spatial-temporal variability in agriculture, soil science, and soil-crop relationships), collaboration in teaching and third mission activities, and relevant work experience (ex. development, use, and implementation of sensors for research and management of spatial-temporal variability in agriculture, soil science, and soilcrop relationships).
3. c) Scientific publications in the field of the development and use of sensors and measurement methods for research and management of spatial-temporal variability in agriculture, soil science, and soil-crop relationships.

• Italy
• NORTH AMERICA
• OTHER
• E.U.

Eligibility of fellows: country/ies of residence:

• E.U.

Eligibility of fellows: nationality/ies:

• E.U.

Selection process

Evaluation of qualifications.

Interview on:

1. a) discussion on submitted qualifications and publications
2. b) assessment of skills and knowledge in the field of:
   • sensors for research and management of spatial-temporal variability in agriculture, soil science, and soil-crop relationships.