Post-Doctoral Associate — Precision Agriculture & Data Analytics

University of Georgia; Tifton (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia seeks a Post-Doctoral Associate AD-Rains to advance precision agriculture technologies including farm application systems and autonomous rover navigation. You will work in CAES-Entomology to tackle peanut insect pests and Aspergillus-related aflatoxin challenges.

The role involves designing and executing field and lab studies, integrating data analytics and programming, and collaborating with industry partners to translate findings into practical agricultural solutions.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Engineering or closely related field
• Previous experience with mechanical design and testing, Python, Linux, MS office and statistical analysis is necessary
• Strong background of relevant course work; a record of peer reviewed scholarly achievement

Responsibilities

• Conduct field and laboratory research focused on weed management, cotton harvesting technologies, autonomous rover navigation, and peanut insect pests, including their relationship to Aspergillus mold and aflatoxin contamination.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate innovative research projects that address agricultural production challenges and support aflatoxin risk reduction through the integration of precision agriculture technologies, computer programming, and data analytics.
• Collaborate with industry partners, agricultural stakeholders, and multidisciplinary research teams to identify emerging research needs, test novel technologies, and translate findings into practical agricultural solutions.

Skills

Python

Linux

MS Office

Statistical analysis

Excellent communication skills

Education

Ph.D. in Engineering or closely related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The University of Georgia seeks a Post-Doctoral Associate AD-Rains to advance precision agriculture technologies including farm application systems and autonomous rover navigation. You will work in CAES-Entomology to tackle peanut insect pests and Aspergillus-related aflatoxin challenges.

The role involves designing and executing field and lab studies, integrating data analytics and programming, and collaborating with industry partners to translate findings into practical agricultural solutions.