Post-Doctoral Associate-AD L. Oliveira

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Georgia is seeking a Post-Doctoral Associate in the Precision Horticulture Program, within CAES-Horticulture, to lead research using high-throughput phenotyping platforms and drone-based data. The role involves coordinating phenotyping activities, maintaining equipment, and delivering breeder-ready phenotypic products.

Open to qualified applicants with strong data analysis, collaboration, and scientific communication skills, starting 10/01/2026. Located in the Tifton Area, GA.

Qualifications

• Experience with high-throughput phenotyping platforms and data workflows.
• Strong collaboration across researchers and disciplines.
• Ability to interpret phenotypic datasets for breeding programs.

Responsibilities

• Manage and conduct research using DASH and BenchBot platforms.
• Develop standardized phenotyping data collection protocols and QA/QC procedures.
• Process and interpret phenotypic data; deliver breeder-ready products.

Skills

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Research communication

Geospatial data handling

Tools

DASH platform

BenchBot

High-throughput phenotyping

Job description

Posting Details

Posting Number: G/R34809P

Working Title: Post-Doctoral Associate-AD L. Oliveira

Department: CAES-Horticulture

About the University of Georgia: Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

Employment Type: Employee

Anticipated Start Date: 10/01/2026

Posting Date: 09/22/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Location of Vacancy: Tifton Area

EOO Statement: 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]).

USG Core Values Statement: The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Manage and conduct research utilizing the DASH and BenchBot high-throughput phenotyping platforms, including coordinating phenotyping activities, operating and maintaining equipment, and ensuring efficient system performance.
• Develop, implement, and refine standardized phenotyping and data-collection protocols, while establishing and maintaining quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) procedures to ensure data accuracy and reliability.
• Process, manage, analyze, and interpret phenotypic datasets; maintain data workflows and databases; and deliver accurate, timely, and breeder-ready phenotyping products to research and breeding programs.
• Collaborate with faculty, plant breeders, staff, students, and interdisciplinary research teams to support phenotyping objectives, advance research initiatives, and integrate emerging technologies and methodologies.
• Contribute to research dissemination and program development through technical reports, presentations, publications, grant-related activities, and other programmatic responsibilities as assigned.

Percentage of time: 75

• Support UAS-based high-throughput phenotyping research by planning and conducting drone-based data collection and managing the acquisition of RGB and other remotely sensed imagery.
• Process, analyze, and interpret aerial imagery and geospatial data to develop plot-level phenotypic measurements and research products that support breeding, horticultural, and agricultural research objectives.
• Validate and integrate UAS-derived data with field observations, experimental designs, and breeding datasets to ensure accuracy, reliability, and usefulness for research and decision-making.
• Collaborate with faculty, researchers, and interdisciplinary teams to advance remote sensing applications, improve phenotyping methodologies, and support programmatic research goals.

Percentage of time: 20

• Contribute to the development and dissemination of research outcomes through peer-reviewed publications, technical reports, presentations, grant proposals, and project reporting activities.
• Collaborate with faculty, researchers, students, and external partners to advance interdisciplinary research initiatives and support scientific and programmatic objectives.
• Provide mentorship and training to students and research personnel while supporting broader research, outreach, and program-development activities within the Precision Horticulture Program.

Percentage of time: 5