Visiting Scholar

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Job Title:

Visiting Scholar

Department:

FAES | Food, Agricultural and Biological Engineering

The Visiting Scholar will support interdisciplinary research activities focused on agricultural systems, controlled environment agriculture, remote sensing, precision agriculture, and data-driven decision support. The position involves field experimentation, field and laboratory data collection, spatial and statistical analyses, GIS mapping, and support for ongoing research projects.

Experimental Support

• Assist with field experiments including planting, monitoring, maintenance, and data collection.
• Collect phenotypic, environmental, and agronomic measurements from greenhouse trials and other experimental setups.
• Maintain accurate records of experimental protocols, observations, and datasets.
• Support sensor deployment, calibration, and operation for greenhouse and field studies.
• Assist with sample preparation, measurements, and basic laboratory procedures as needed.

Data Management and Analyses

• Organize, clean, and manage experimental datasets.
• Conduct statistical analyses and develop visualizations using software such as R, Python, MATLAB, or similar platforms.
• Support machine learning or predictive modeling efforts for agricultural datasets when applicable.
• Prepare summary reports, figures, and interpretation of results for meetings and publications.

GIS and Spatial Analyses

• Conduct GIS analyses including spatial data processing, mapping, and visualization using software such as ArcGIS Pro or QGIS.
• Support analyses involving remote sensing, UAV imagery, environmental datasets, and geospatial modeling.
• Develop maps and spatial products for research projects, presentations, and publications.

Research and Project Support

• Assist with multiple ongoing research projects involving precision agriculture, sustainability, digital agriculture, or environmental systems.
• Contribute to literature reviews, manuscript preparation, technical reports, and grant-related activities.
• Participate in project meetings and collaborate with interdisciplinary research teams.
• Support outreach, training activities, and dissemination of project outcomes when needed.

Minimum Requirements-

Master's degree in sanitization technology or food technology or closely related field.

Additional Information:

Location:

Agricultural Engineering Building (0298)

Position Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours:

27

Shift:

First Shift

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