Postdoctoral Research Associate

Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas

Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
Not specified
Rice processing engineering methods
Modeling and simulations
Post-harvest operations optimization
The University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to enhance engineering methods in rice processing, focusing on modeling and optimizing post-harvest operations. The ideal candidate should have a Ph.D. in Agricultural Engineering or a related field with research experience in grain or rice processing

Job Summary

  • The selected candidate will contribute to the advancement of engineering methods in rice processing, focusing on modeling, simulations, and optimizing post-harvest operations, including drying, storage, and milling.
  • Research will emphasize energy efficiency, sustainability, automation, and the production of high-quality, safe commodities and co-products.
  • The role also involves developing methods to assess the physical and chemical properties of various rice cultivars and analyzing how these attributes influence rice behavior during post-harvest operations and end-use processing.

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The University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to enhance engineering methods in rice processing, focusing on modeling and optimizing post-harvest operations. The ideal candidate should have a Ph.D. in Agricultural Engineering or a related field with research experience in grain or rice processing.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Rice processing engineering methods
  • Modeling and simulations
  • Post-harvest operations optimization
  • Energy efficiency and sustainability
  • Physical and chemical properties assessment

Nice-to-have

  • Work-life balance promotion
  • Vibrant work environment

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in Agricultural Engineering, Food Science, or related field
  • Demonstrated research experience in grain or rice processing

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