Development of quantitative tools for insect population dynamics

Italian Ministry of Education, University and Research; Italia; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Università degli studi di Brescia is seeking a researcher to develop innovative modelling approaches for predicting dynamics of insect populations of agricultural relevance. The role focuses on mathematical and statistical models, parameter estimation, and uncertainty quantification, integrating data from lab experiments, field monitoring and literature.

The successful candidate will participate in national and international research projects, contribute to scientific publications, and engage in

Responsibilities

• Develop mathematical and statistical models for insect population dynamics.
• Apply machine-learning approaches to improve model inference and predictive performance.

Job description

Organisation/Company Università degli studi di Brescia Research Field Agricultural sciences Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Leading Researcher (R4) First Stage Researcher (R1) Established Researcher (R3) Application Deadline 26 Nov 2026 - 14:00 (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 research activity will focus on developing innovative approaches for modelling and predicting the dynamics of insect populations of agricultural relevance. It will include the development of mathematical and statistical models, estimation of biological parameters and functional relationships, model calibration and uncertainty quantification, integrating data from laboratory experiments, field monitoring and scientific literature. Statistical and machine-learning approaches will be explored to improve model inference and predictive performance. The activity will also include participation in national and international research projects, scientific publications,collaboration in teaching and training activities, and contribution to third-mission and knowledge-transfer initiatives involving stakeholders and institutions.

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