PhD Scholarship: Agrogeophysics: The Institute of Bio- and Geosciences is offering a PhD position that focuses on innovative research in agrogeophysics aimed at enhancing understanding of soil-root interactions and their impact on sustainable crop production. This position is part of the Cluster of Excellence: PhenoRob.
PhD Scholarship Opportunity: Advancing Root Phenotyping and Soil Function Exploration Through Non-Invasive Agrogeophysics
Designation
PhD Researcher
Research Area
Root Phenotyping, Soil Function Exploration, Agrogeophysics, Soil-Plant Systems
Location
Forschungszentrum Jülich, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification
- Master’s degree in Geophysics, Physics, Geoscience, Computational Geoscience, or related natural sciences with an overall grade of at least good.
- Experience in programming (e.g., MATLAB, Python, C/C++).
- Advanced knowledge of numerical methods.
- Geophysical fieldwork experience (preferably with GPR and EMI).
- Strong English writing skills.
- Good communication and organizational skills.
- Driver’s license (or willingness to obtain within the first 3 months).
- Physical work capability.
Job Description
The PhD researcher will be responsible for:
- Developing and applying high-resolution time-lapse Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) and Electromagnetic Induction (EMI) imaging methods.
- Designing and implementing novel inversion algorithms for GPR and EMI data.
- Identifying links between non-invasive agrogeophysical parameters and the soil-plant continuum.
- Enhancing process understanding of soil-plant interactions.
- Collaborating with researchers and technicians in an interdisciplinary setting.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications through the contact form on our website. Please ensure your application is complete as applications via email will not be accepted.
Last Date for Apply
Applications will be accepted until the position has been successfully filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
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