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Posting Detail Information

Working TitlePostdoctoral Fellow (Dao)

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Research Professional PositionYes

Posting Number202400387AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification TitlePostdoctoral Fellows

Number of Vacancies

Work Hours/Week40

Proposed Annual Salary Range$50,000 - $53,000 plus applicable benefits.

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Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on04/20/2024

Description of Work Unit

The Department of Agricultural Biology is committed to excellence in the creation and dissemination of knowledge about insects, plant pathogens, and weeds in agricultural, natural, and urban ecosystems. Our mission is to enhance human well-being by improving ecosystem sustainability. In addition to generating new knowledge, we apply knowledge in entomology, plant pathology, and plant sciences to solving practical problems related to biotic and abiotic plant stress, integrated pest management, and ecosystem health. People in Agricultural Biology participate in and value cooperative and collaborative efforts with other units within the University, as well as with individual stakeholders and other organizations in Colorado and beyond. We hold ourselves to a standard of excellence in teaching, research, extension, and service and act according to the Principles of Community.

Position Summary

We are looking for a Postdoctoral Associate to start on May 1, 2024 or shortly after. This position focuses on understanding the interactions between plants and crops and biotic and abiotic stresses using drone hyperspectral remote sensing. We are broadly interested in addressing questions related to the detection of physiological and biochemical responses of plants to the impacts of droughts, pests and pathogens, and invasive species and weeds from gene to species and landscape scales. Our approach integrates various methods and tools including but not limited to remote sensing, spatial science, biochemical and genetic methods, biological modeling, and machine learning. Therefore, we are looking for candidates with a strong background in image processing, computer science, machine learning, and/or engineering.

This postdoctoral associate will have opportunities to join and collaborate with researchers in the Department of Agricultural Biology, College of Agricultural Sciences, USDA -Agricultural Research Service, NSF - ASCEND Biology Integration Institute, and NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory. The associate also has opportunities to learn and use our high-end drone hyperspectral (HySpex Mjolnir VS-620), multispectral, thermal, and LiDAR sensors and will be trained on drone operation with CSU Drone Center.

Required Job Qualifications

• A PhD degree in the field of remote sensing, geography, computer science, plant biology, plant ecophysiology, agriculture, environmental science, or related disciplines.

• Strong background in remote sensing, image processing, and geospatial data collection and analysis.

• Experience with programming, especially in Python and/or R

• Experience with field data collection and laboratory chemical experiments.

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Experience in new computational, analytical, or machine-learning methods

• Knowledge in plant ecophysiology and biochemistry

• Track record of academic writing and publications

Diversity Statement

Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryResearch

Duty/Responsibility

• Set up and conduct experiments, coordinate field and wet lab teams, operate drones to collect images, collect field data, analyze data, and write manuscripts in consultation and collaboration with PI Dr. Phuong Dao.

Percentage Of Time80

Job Duty CategorySupervision

Duty/Responsibility

• Co-supervise graduate students and undergraduate assistants

Percentage Of Time10

Job Duty CategoryProject Management

Duty/Responsibility

• Help manage and keep track of the progress of projects in the group, conduct inventories of laboratory consumables and field supplies, and purchase supplies.

Percentage Of Time10

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but for full consideration, all materials must be received by April 20, 2024. Applicants should upload the following:

• A cover letter addressing your qualifications and why you are interested in the position;

• CV;

• Unofficial transcripts; and

• Contact information of three professional references, one of who is/was an immediate supervisor, who has firsthand knowledge of an applicant’s professional abilities. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.

For inquiries about the position, contact Search ChairPhuong.Dao@colostate.edu. For additional information about Colorado State University, consult the university’s website atwww.colostate.edu. CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

Search ContactPhuong Dao, phuong.dao@colostate.edu

EEO Statement

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services.

The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu.

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The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

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Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested3

Maximum Requested3

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Curriculum Vitae

• Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents