Thursday, April 22, 2021

Ohio State PhD opportunity

Graduate Research Associate Position: Remote Sensing and Data Analytics for Sustainable Agriculture

The AgSensing Lab (ASL) in the Department of Food, Agricultural and Biological Engineering at the Ohio State University is recruiting a PhD student starting in Fall of 2021 to work in the areas of remote sensing and data analytics for sustainable agriculture.

The ideal candidates should have the following qualifications and experiences:

• BS or MS degree in agricultural, mechanical, civil, or electrical engineering; environmental science; computer science; or other related disciplines.
• Experience with statistical analyses and computer-programming (Python, R, OpenCV, MATLAB, etc.).
• Experience in remote sensing, GIS, ecosystem modeling, precision agriculture technologies.
• Ability to learn/adopt skills and knowledge in solving “real-world” problems.
• Creative and independent research abilities with teamwork spirit.
• Strong oral and written communications skills.

Salary and Benefits: Starting salary/stipend will be competitive. The position will include full benefits as per OSU guidelines, including tuition and health care benefits. Anticipated Starting Term: Fall 2021 (Open until filled). Applications will be reviewed as received. 

How to Apply: Please email the following materials to Dr. Sami Khanal (khanal.3@osu.edu): • Detailed CV • Academic transcripts (unofficial copies at this point) • Unofficial GRE and TOEFL (only for international students) test scores