Post Doc AC - Rains

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; < USD 1; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia in Athens, GA, invites applications for a Post-Doctoral Associate. The role focuses on training materials for advanced technology in farming, laser/mechanical weeding systems, and improving peanut post-processing to reduce aflatoxin contamination.

Responsibilities include field and lab research, data management, manuscript preparation, and teaching labs. Qualifications require a PhD and the ability to drive.

Qualifications

• PhD required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field and laboratory research on weed management and related crops; develop rover algorithms and study pests affecting peanuts.
• Analyze results and prepare manuscripts for peer‑reviewed journals; write proposals.
• Teach labs and develop curriculum.
• Supervise hourly workers and graduate students.

Education

PhD required

Job description

Position Summary

1) development of training materials for advanced technology training for farmers, 2) developing weeding system using lasers and mechanical weeding and 3) improved post-processing handling of peanuts to reduce aflatoxin contamination.

Duties and Responsibilities

• 60% of time: Conduct field and laboratory research on weed management, harvesting cotton, and developing computer algorithms for rover; insect pests of peanut and their relationship with aspergillus mold and aflatoxin. Work with industry partners to assess research needs, develop and implement novel research addressing aflatoxin risk reduction, collect and manage data.
• 25%: Analyze and interpret research results and write manuscripts for publication in peer‑reviewed journals, prepare proposals.
• 10%: Teach labs and develop curriculum.
• 5%: Supervise/coordinate hourly workers and/or graduate students.

Qualifications

PhD required.

Other Requirements

Physical demands: driving required.

Position is exempt under FLSA and FTE 1.00.

Classification Title: Post-Doctoral Associate AC.

Trust: No. Access to financial resources: No. P-Card: No.

Background investigation required as per UGA policy.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([e-mail]).

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact: Glen Rains
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