Ph.D offers

Ph.D OFFER

 

PhD position on Precision Agriculture

The research group on AgroICT & Precision Agriculture of the Universitat de Lleida and the Agrotecnio CERCA Center offers the possibility of pursuing a doctorate within the framework of one of its research projects.

PROJECT TITLE: Precision crop protection to achieve European Green Deal goals in pesticide use efficiency and reduction using Precision Agriculture techniques (PAgPROTECT) - Ref. PID2021-126648OB-I00

An annually renewable predoctoral contract is offered with a MAXIMUM DURATION OF 3 YEARS.

This thesis will work on the application of detection systems such as LiDAR, RGB-D cameras and photogrammetry, among others, within the framework of Precision Agriculture and crop protection (3D characterization of fruit plantations, application efficiency, monitoring of spray drift, etc.). The specific objectives of the thesis may be adjusted considering the needs of the project, as well as the interests and abilities of the candidate.

Candidate profile: studies in agricultural engineering, industrial engineering, computer science, mechatronic engineering or similar. Good academic record (minimum grade: 6.5). Interest in precision agriculture, photonic sensors and programming. More information at the following link: https://euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/192628

All interested parties can send their CV and motivation letter, before MARCH 1, 2024, to the following email addresses:

eduard.gregorio@udl.cat
alex.escola@udl.cat