Climate-Resilient Crop Modelling & ML Researcher

CMCC Foundation - Centro Euro Mediterraneo sui Cambiamenti Climatici; Sassari; In loco; EUR 28.000 - 45.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading climate research center is seeking Early career postdoctoral or Mid-level researchers for crop modelling focused on assessing the impacts of climate change on agricultural systems. Responsibilities include developing models and machine learning approaches for climate-risk assessments, integrating socio-economic indicators, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. A PhD in Agricultural Science, expertise in crop modelling, and strong programming skills are required. The position offers an annual salary between €28,000 and €45,000 based on qualifications, along with various benefits.

Servizi

Welfare package

Flexible working time

Support during immigration process

Competenze

• PhD in Agricultural Science or equivalent subjects.
• Experience with crop modelling and machine learning techniques.
• Availability to travel for limited periods.

Mansioni

• Lead the parameterisation and validation of crop models.
• Set up model simulations under climate change scenarios.
• Develop machine learning models to predict crop yield.
• Analyse model outputs to quantify uncertainties.
• Integrate yield projections with socio-economic indicators.
• Use machine learning techniques to identify climate-related risks.

Conoscenze

Expertise in crop modelling

Expertise in machine learning frameworks

Strong programming skills in Python, R, or similar languages

Experience with geospatial analysis and visualization tools

Very good knowledge of the English language

Strong communication skills

Formazione

PhD in Agricultural Science or equivalent

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading climate research center is seeking Early career postdoctoral or Mid-level researchers for crop modelling focused on assessing the impacts of climate change on agricultural systems. Responsibilities include developing models and machine learning approaches for climate-risk assessments, integrating socio-economic indicators, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. A PhD in Agricultural Science, expertise in crop modelling, and strong programming skills are required. The position offers an annual salary between €28,000 and €45,000 based on qualifications, along with various benefits.