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Postdoctoral Research Scholar

Job Description

Posting Number

PG191257PD

Position Number

00110881

Position Type

Post Doc

FLSA

Exempt

Department ID

111501 - Horticultural Science

Department

111501 - Horticultural Science

Job City & State

Raleigh, NC

Essential Job Duties

This Postdoctoral Research Scholar will work in the Translational Plant Phenomics program and work to advance the application of remote sensing, robotics, and data science in breeding and producing crops with an emphasis on horticultural and specialty crops. This position will write publications, and engage with the transdisciplinary team at Plant Science Initiative, and mentor graduate students. The Postdoc will also disseminate reserach findings.

People depend on plants for food, environmental aesthetics and recreation. No matter where you live, work or play, what we do touches your life. Our faculty and students conduct cutting-edge research that increases the quality and variety of fruits, vegetables and ornamental plants available to consumers worldwide. We are experts in the science, art, technology and business of growing plants. And the demand for our services is growing. Whether through hands-on instruction in our greenhouses, field labs or community gardens, our work ensures the economic and environmental sustainability for horticulture across the state, the nation and the world.

Other Work/Responsibilities

Other duties as assigned.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm

Department Required Skills

  • Ph.D. in agricultural engineering, environmental science, plant breeding, agronomy, horticulture, and crop science with emphasis on data analytics, high-throughput phenotyping, or precision agriculture.
  • Demonstrated skills in scientific writing and effective communication in both verbal and written formats.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

  • Experience in processing and analyzing images (RGB, multispectral, thermal, and hyperspectral) from one or more platforms (ground, aerial, satellite), and predicting crop performance using machine learning algorithms.
  • Experience in developing and implementing precision agriculture related technologies.
  • Strong programming skills in R or python are highly desirable.

Required License or Certification

n/a

Valid NC Driver's License required?

No

Commercial Driver's License Required?

No

Anticipated Hiring Range

Commensurate with Experience

Job Open Date

10/23/2024

Quick Link

https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/203969

AA/EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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