Summary: South Dakota State University’s Department of Agricultural & Biosystems Engineering is offering a Graduate Research Assistant position for MS/Ph.D. students. This scholarship includes tuition fee coverage, health insurance, competitive stipends, and conference travel support. The chosen student will collaborate with Dr. Pappu Kumar Yadav on cutting-edge research in precision agriculture, utilizing technologies like AI, computer vision, robotics, and remote sensing to enhance global food safety and sustainability.
Summary Table:
- Scholarship Type: Graduate Research Assistantship
- Level: MS/Ph.D.
- Study Area: Agricultural & Biosystems Engineering
- Scholarship Description: Comprehensive benefits, innovative research in precision agriculture
- Eligibility: BS/MS degree, proficiency in relevant areas
- Required Documents: Cover letter, CV, transcripts, test scores, publications, references
- How to Apply: Contact Dr. Pappu Kumar Yadav
- Last Date: [Insert Deadline]
Study Area: The scholarship pertains to the field of Agricultural & Biosystems Engineering, focusing on advanced technologies and methodologies in precision agriculture.
Scholarship Description:
Agricultural & Biosystems Engineering Graduate Research Assistantship (MS/Ph.D. Level, Spring/Fall 2024)
This Graduate Research Assistantship provides comprehensive support for MS/Ph.D. students at South Dakota State University. The successful applicant will work closely with Dr. Pappu Kumar Yadav, an Assistant Professor of Precision Agriculture, on diverse research areas within precision agriculture. This includes cutting-edge technologies such as remote sensing, computer vision, robotics, and artificial intelligence to address critical global challenges related to crop diseases, weed identification, precision spray applications, disease detection, and crop phenotyping.
We are seeking innovative, self-motivated candidates who are comfortable working in interdisciplinary settings. The chosen student is expected to disseminate their research findings through high-quality peer-reviewed journal publications and conference presentations.
Eligibility: Prospective applicants should meet the following eligibility criteria:
- BS/MS degree in Agricultural & Biosystems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related disciplines with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, CircuitPython, MATLAB, C, C++.
- Experience or interests in one or more of the following areas: Computer Vision, Mission Planner, Artificial Intelligence, Embedded Systems, Machine Learning (including Deep Learning), Electro-Mechanical Design, ROS, Robotics, and Gazebo.
- For non-English credentials, a valid TOEFL iBT score of 80 or IELTS score of 6.5 is required.
Required Documents: To apply, candidates must submit the following documents:
- A cover letter outlining their enthusiasm for the position and demonstrating their alignment with the qualifications.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Academic transcripts.
- Relevant test scores (TOEFL, IELTS).
- A list of journal publications.
- Three references, including their names, email addresses, physical addresses, and telephone numbers.
How to Apply: Prospective candidates are kindly requested to reach out to Dr. Pappu Kumar Yadav, the Assistant Professor of Precision Agriculture, by providing a cover letter and other required documents. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a Zoom/Teams interview. The selected candidate will be expected to complete the formal application process through the SDSU Graduate School, accessible at SDSU Graduate School Application.
Last Date: Until position filled. Don’t miss this opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in precision agriculture and advance your academic and research career at South Dakota State University. Contact Dr. Pappu Kumar Yadav at [Insert Email Address] for further information or inquiries.
