PhD Graduate Assistantship in Precision Irrigation and Crop Growth Modeling
The Precision Agriculture Research and Extension program in the Crop, Soil, and Environmental Sciences Department, Auburn University (Auburn, AL) is seeking for ONE PhD student to
conduct research on Precision Irrigation (Variable Rate Irrigation and Irrigation Scheduling). The research will also include the use of Crop Growth Modeling to Identify and Evaluate Precision Irrigation Strategies. This research will be conducted at
farmers’ fields. The PhD student will join a multi-disciplinary team of faculty (nutrient management, agricultural economist, social science, crop growth modeling, precision agriculture) and graduate students working with farmers on the increase of knowledge
and skills towards adoption of conservation practices. The Funding for this Assistantship comes from a grant of the National Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) who is seeking for the adoption of conservation practices, therefore the research conducted will
be applied research which could have direct applicability by farmers. Digital technologies tools such as remote sensing, geographic information systems, soil and plan sensors with telemetry along with Artificial Intelligence techniques for data analysis and
modeling will be considered in the research project.
Start Date: May 5th, 2022
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Submit your CV and letter of application describing your education background, qualifications and experience, and career goals to Dr. Brenda Ortiz, Professor and Extension Specialist:
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Brenda V. Ortiz, Ph.D.
Professor & Precision Ag. Extension Specialist
Auburn University
Crop, Soil, & Env. Sciences Department
224 Funches Hall
Auburn, AL 36849
Office phone: 334-844-5534
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Twitter: BrendaOrtiz_PA
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2021 Leader of the Extension and Education Community – American Society of Agronomy
2021 Vice-leader of the Precision Nutrient Management Community – International Society of Precision Ag (ISPA)
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Adjunct Faculty
Sao Paulo State University
Jaboticabal Campus
Brazil