Post-Doctoral Research Lead, High-Throughput Phenomics

Georgia 4-H; Athens (GA); Presencial; USD 52.000 - 70.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

University of Georgia in Athens seeks a Post-Doctoral Associate to lead advanced high-throughput phenotyping initiatives using DASH and BenchBot platforms. You will coordinate phenotyping activities, operate equipment, and ensure data quality to support breeding programs.

The role requires a Ph.D. in a related field, experience with UAS remote sensing, GIS tools, and strong collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. This grant-funded position includes publication and proposal work.

Qualificações

• Ph.D. in a closely related discipline with relevant remote sensing experience.
• Certification/licensure (FAA Part 107) desired for drone operations.
• Experience with high-throughput phenotyping or geospatial data analysis preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Coordinate and conduct high-throughput phenotyping using DASH and BenchBot platforms.
• Develop and refine QA/QC procedures to ensure data quality.
• Process, analyze, and deliver breeder-ready phenotyping products to programs.
• Collaborate with breeders, faculty, and interdisciplinary teams on phenotyping objectives.
• Contribute to publications, grant proposals, and program development.

Conhecimentos

Python

R

GIS

UAS remote sensing

QA/QC

Communication skills

Field work

Formação

Ph.D. in Remote Sensing, GIS, Geography, Agricultural Engineering, Agronomy, Plant Sciences, Data Science, Environmental Science, or related discipline

FAA Part 107 License

Ferramentas

ArcGIS Pro

QGIS

Remote sensing workflows

Descrição da vaga

University of Georgia in Athens seeks a Post-Doctoral Associate to lead advanced high-throughput phenotyping initiatives using DASH and BenchBot platforms. You will coordinate phenotyping activities, operate equipment, and ensure data quality to support breeding programs.

The role requires a Ph.D. in a related field, experience with UAS remote sensing, GIS tools, and strong collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. This grant-funded position includes publication and proposal work.