Research Associate

at  Utah State University

Overview:
The Plants, Soils and Climate Department is currently seeking a talented graduate student with a passion for image processing and deep learning to join our team. The project focuses on employing image and video processing and deep learning techniques to monitor water levels in irrigation canals. It necessitates extensive fieldwork for image collection and laboratory work to develop a robust model to measure water levels.
Responsibilities:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Enrollment in a MS or PhD program.
• Demonstrated expertise in developing and deploying machine learning models.
• Proficiency in programming languages and libraries such as Python, Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, Keras, and OpenCV.
• Proficiency in image and video processing and deep learning methodologies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data visualization skills.
• Strong communication skills for effective reporting and collaboration.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure for data storage and processing.
• Familiarity with edge computing and deploying models on devices like Raspberry Pi or Arduino.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Familiarity with IoT devices and camera-based data collection.
• Ability to work independently in remote field locations and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong aptitude for effective fieldwork.
• Willingness to travel frequently to various field sites in Utah.
  Required Documents:

Along with the online application, please attach:

• Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”

Document size may not exceed 10 MB.
Advertised Salary: Commensurate with experience ADA:
Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and may lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
University Highlights:
Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion, empowering people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. Utah State provides high-quality education to 27,500-plus students locations throughout the state, including at three residential campuses, eight statewide campuses, and 23 education centers. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah’s counties. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge through research and scholarly activities, providing a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price.
Utah State is committed to cultivating a community of inclusive excellence where all perspectives, values, cultures, and identities are acknowledged, welcomed, and valued. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU.
The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu.

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