Postdoctoral Researcher in Artificial Intelligence Applied to Sustainability

Postdoctoral Researcher in Artificial Intelligence Applied to Sustainability

University of Deusto

Bilbao, Spain

The main objective of this research position is to make progress in the knowledge about the food waste problem by means of the development of data-driven models in order to identify behavioral patterns, analyze causes, and evaluate the efficiency of food loss and waste prevention strategies in terms of sustainability.

TASKS

• Data analytics for the diagnosis of food waste generation patterns;
• Design and development of models based on machine learning and system dynamics for the analysis of the impact of food waste prevention strategies;
• Leading data collection and model design by coordinating multidisciplinary and international work teams;
• Publishing in high impact journals (WoS and SJR) along with group members;
• Working in competitive projects (Basque Government, Spanish Government, Horizon Europe…);
• Submitting competitive research proposals;
• Mentoring of undergraduate and graduate students;
• Provide support to the research team in the drafting of technical, dissemination and administrative reports on the TONOWASTE project.

REQUIREMENTS

• PhD in fields related to Artificial Intelligence, Engineering or Mathematics of application in the field of both human and sustainability problems;
• Demonstrable experience in research projects;
• Advanced programming skills (Python, R, C++, etc.);
• Familiarity with European public funding programs for R&D projects;
• Proven experience providing support to obtain competitive funding for research, as well as a track record in technology transfer initiatives;
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams and flexibility to adapt to different strategies;
• Willingness to travel and collaborate with different entities and projects;
• High level of written and spoken English.

THE FOLLOWING WILL BE ASSESSED

• We are looking for a person with professional competences, empathy, ability to work in a team, motivation for innovation and research, ability to adapt, and that identifies with the mission of the University of Deusto;
• Stays in reference research centers.

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