Postdoctoral Researcher in Biological Systems : The Digital Agriculture Research lab at the University of Wisconsin-Madison is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to join its dynamic team. The successful candidate will work on developing crop process-based growth models, machine learning models for yield prediction, and integrated decision-making models. The position offers an opportunity to collaborate with NASA researchers and contribute to cutting-edge research in digital agriculture.
Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area: Biological Systems Engineering, Digital Agriculture
Location: University of Wisconsin-Madison, 460 Henry Mall, Madison, WI 53706, USA
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Ph.D. in Biological Systems Engineering, Agriculture, Remote Sensing, or related field
- Background in remote sensing, crop growth models, data assimilation, and machine learning
- Demonstrated skills in scientific writing, publications, and communication
- Familiarity with crop growth models (e.g., APSIM, APEX, DSSAT) is desirable
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Job Description:
Postdoctoral Researcher in Biological Systems Engineering
The Postdoc Researcher will:
- Develop crop process-based growth models to estimate crop growth stages, biomass, and yield under forecasted weather and projected climate conditions.
- Create machine learning models for predicting crop yield using historical yield data and phenology outputs from crop growth models.
- Develop physical-guided machine learning models that integrate crop growth models with machine learning for decision-making.
The candidate will collaborate with researchers from NASA, contributing to interdisciplinary research in digital agriculture. The salary is commensurate with experience, and the University of Wisconsin-Madison offers competitive fringe benefits.
Starting Date: The postdoc position is immediately available, and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should email their CV and a Cover Letter to:
- Dr. Zhou Zhang (zzhang347@wisc.edu)
- Dr. Zhengwei Yang (zhengwei.yang@usda.gov)
Qualified candidates will receive email feedback promptly.
Last Date for Apply: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Disclaimer: This job post is based on information from a reliable source. However, applicants are encouraged to verify details from the official website for the most accurate and up-to-date information. The University of Wisconsin-Madison reserves the right to make changes to the application process or job details as needed.
