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Postdoctoral Researcher or PhD Assistantship: 🛰️Remote sensing for monitoring disaster impacts on🌾agricultural land
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Overview:  We invite applications for one position (postdoctoral or PhD level) on NASA-funded projects. The successful candidate will join the SensLand Lab at Kent State University led by He Yin, collaborating with Jamon Van Den Hoek (Oregon State University) and David Saah (University of San Francisco). The research focuses on using remote sensing and machine learning, particularly deep learning to assess how disasters (e.g., natural hazards, armed conflicts) affect agricultural land use/land cover.

Positions: 
  • Postdoctoral Researcher
     Appointment: One year, with potential extension based on performance and available funding
     Start Date: Negotiable
     Requirements: PhD completed by the time of appointment; Demonstrated record of peer-reviewed publications
  • PhD Assistantship
     Appointment: Two-year Research Assistantship, with a start date as early as August 2025
     Requirements: BS required; MS or equivalent experience preferred

Qualifications:   
Proficient in at least one programming language (e.g., Python) or geospatial platform (e.g., Google Earth Engine) and experienced in imagery processing, with a strong emphasis on machine learning and deep learning techniques. Familiarity with agricultural land use is helpful but not mandatory. Excellent communication and writing skills. Ability to excel in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment.
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To apply:  
  • Please email the following materials (in PDF) to Dr. He Yin ([email protected])
  • Cover Letter (2 pages max.): Summarize your research interests and relevant experience
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Unofficial transcripts (undergraduate and graduate, combined in one PDF)
  • Contact Information for two references. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide official transcripts and reference letters.
  • Applications received by March 25, 2025, are guaranteed full consideration.

Additional Information
Open to both U.S. and international applicants. Kent State University will assist with visa applications as needed.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. 
Kent State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
Kent State University - Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE) 

​Join the SensLand Lab this summer for SURE! The Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE) is a great opportunity for Kent State undergraduate researchers to work directly with a faculty mentor, gain valuable experience to clarify career and educational goals, enhance research skills and gain academic insight.
​Mentor: Dr. He Yin, Department of Geography, Kent State University ([email protected]).
Stipend: $3,200 stipend (40 hours/week) or $1,600 stipend (20 hours/week), and live in a residence hall (if needed). 
Applications will be accepted beginning December each year. 
Application: 
www.kent.edu/research/student-research/summer-undergraduate-research-experience

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