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Research Associate/Fellow (Crop Systems Modeler & Remote Sensing Specialist)


Pay$41000.00 - $98160.00 / year
LocationAuburn/Alabama
Employment typeFull-Time
  • Job Description

      Req#: 58208
      Employer Industry: Agricultural Research and Development

      Why consider this job opportunity:
      - Salary range from $41,000 to $98,160
      - Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
      - Access to generous benefits and educational opportunities
      - Work in a collaborative and innovative environment
      - Chance to make a significant impact on agricultural practices and sustainability
      - Located in a vibrant area with southern charm and easy access to major cities and beaches

      What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
      - Lead the development, calibration, validation, and application of crop simulation models for various row crops
      - Integrate remote sensing data and technology into modeling workflows for crop assessment and yield forecasting
      - Build data fusion pipelines to deliver prescriptive best management practices for nutrient and water management
      - Develop user-friendly decision-support tools that translate complex analyses into actionable insights
      - Disseminate research findings through presentations and prepare manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals

      What is Required (Qualifications):
      - Master's degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Soil Science, Agricultural Engineering, Data Science, Remote Sensing, or a closely related field
      - For Research Associate II: 2 years of experience in relevant research practices
      - For Research Associate III: 4 years of experience in relevant research practices
      - For Research Fellow II: 2 years of experience in relevant research practices
      - For Research Fellow III: 4 years of experience in relevant research practices

      How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
      - Experience with crop models such as DSSAT and APSIM
      - Expertise in UAV operations and remote sensing technology
      - Familiarity with GIS platforms and cloud geospatial platforms
      - Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and R
      - Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

      #AgriculturalResearch #CropScience #RemoteSensing #DataScience #CareerOpportunity

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