Senior Research Fellow in Agricultural Informatics

2 weeks ago


Merced, California, United States University of California Full time
About the Role">

We are seeking a highly skilled Postdoctoral Scholar to join our PADSYS Lab at the University of California, Merced. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for conducting cutting-edge research on the applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in agricultural food technology.

With a focus on scalable system software for emerging applications such as precision agriculture, digital twins, and deep learning, you will work under the guidance of Dr. Xiaoyi Lu to investigate innovative research aimed at improving food production processes, enhancing food quality, and developing sustainable agricultural practices.

Key Responsibilities">
  • Conduct intellectual research involving parallel and distributed computing, system software design and development for AI and digital twin applications, energy efficiency optimization;
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including researchers, industry partners, and stakeholders in the agricultural and food sectors;
  • Analyze and interpret research findings, and disseminate results through high-quality publications in peer-reviewed journals and presentations;
Qualifications">

To be successful in this role, you will need a Ph.D. in Computer Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Data Science or a related field, along with experience in one or more of the following: AI infrastructure, digital twins, deep learning systems and models, and distributed computing.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong record of publications in relevant fields, are also essential. The ideal candidate should have at least 1-2 peer-reviewed research papers published in prominent HPC venues.



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