Post Doctoral Scholar in Remote Sensing and Modeling
Posting Details
Position Details
Posting Number G/R28963P Working Title Post Doctoral Scholar in Remote Sensing and Modeling Department Warnell-Research About the University of Georgia
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Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
Work on remote sensing and modeling related research with a focus on surveillance protocols for BSNB in the southeastern U.S. Develop a sampling design framework that will address the numerous goals of this grant along with other secondary uses. The sampling protocols and design will capture efficiencies in the data needed for multiple objectives focused on BSND identification and severity. Identification of candidate BSNB stands to act as benchmarks will be targeted for sampling to maximize efficiency. Ensure statistical rigor and appropriateness of methods employed.
Percentage of time 70 Duties/Responsibilities
Timely dissemination of results in peer-reviewed journals, outreach publications, and book chapters, and various presentations at scientific meetings. Networking with other scientists, stakeholders, and collaborators, and writing grant proposals, as needed. Work and collaborate with the Plantation Management Research Cooperative (PMRC) research group on various forest biometrics related projects.
Percentage of time 30
Position Details
Position Information
Classification Title Post-Doctoral Associate AD FLSA Exempt UGA Job Code FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications Position Summary
This Post-Doc position will work on remote sensing and forest biometrics related research with a focus on a surveillance sampling protocol for BSNB (Brown Spot Needle Blight) in the southeastern U.S. This position will last for 2 years and will be a core part of the funded Forest Service grant titled, Pine Needle Diseases in the Southeast: A Test Case for the Pine Pandemic Preparedness Plan and Development of a Surveillance System to Aid in Early Detection. The core work will be the development of a surveillance sampling protocol design framework that will address the numerous goals of this grant along with other secondary uses. The sampling intensity and design will capture efficiencies in the data needed for multiple objectives focused on BSND detection and potential expansion. Various remotely sensed data will be evaluated for incorporation into the system.
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification In Position
Ph.D. in forestry or closely related field is needed.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies
Remote sensing, modeling, forest inventory sampling techniques and statistics, sample experimental design. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Physical Demands
Visits to field sites in rough terrain to verify data quality and sampling schemes. Some overnight travel.
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Contact Information
Recruitment Contact
Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Bronson Bullock Recruitment Contact Email bronsonbullock@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone
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Research Services
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
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