James Cook University (JCU) is creating a brighter future for life in the Tropics and beyond, through education and research that makes a difference locally and globally.
We now have an exciting opportunity for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join our team within the College of Science and Engineering in the Academy.
Full-time and fixed-term to 28 February 2028
Located at the Townsville Bebegu Yumba campus, Douglas in picturesque tropical North Queensland
ACAD Level A: Total remuneration package of $89,870 - $120,089 per annum plus other generous employee benefits.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As a promising early career researcher, you will have an ambition to work with a multi-disciplinary team of scientists and engineers to research and develop new deep learning models and techniques for detecting sugarcane weeds in remote sensing images. The position will also involve designing and delivering training materials for the ARC Training Centre in Plant Biosecurity.
In this role, you will also work closely with the project industry partners, Sugar Research Australia, while also taking a strong role in research activities across the Centre including but not limited to involvement in different projects in the areas of deep learning and remote sensing, as well as co-supervising Centre PhD students.
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of a PhD in a related field with skills in remote sensing and/or deep learning.
Evidence of outstanding research ability, including innovation, creativity and timely completion of tasks.
Emerging reputation for research excellence and academic achievement relative to career stage and opportunity, as evidence by publication history.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Ability to effectively manage a number of competing priorities.
Are you ready to make a difference? Join us at JCU, where your future meets the tropics.
Click the 'apply' button to be redirected to the JCU careers page and follow the below steps:
Complete the application form
Upload your current resume
Upload a cover letter outlining your relevant experience in relation to the key requirements of the role and how your skills and experience will ensure your success in the role.
Upload a separate document in response to the selection criteria specified in the application form.
Any other requirement such as copy of valid working rights etc.
Applications close on Sunday 1 December 2024 at 11:55 PM AEST.
For any enquiries about the role, please contact Associate Professor Mostafa Rahimi Azhadi via email ******.
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