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Postdoctoral Associate - Digital Twins for Food-Health, and Biosystems in the Gl
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Postdoctoral Associate - Digital Twins for Food-Health, and Biosystems in the Global South
Job No: 537480
Work Type: Full Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Biology/Life Science, Computer Science, Agricultural Sciences
Department: 60070000 - AG-AGRICUL - BIOLOGICAL ENG
Classification Title: Postdoctoral Associate
Classification Minimum Requirements: The appointee shall have received the doctorate in a field appropriate to the assigned duties and responsibilities.
Job Description The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences welcomes applicants who can contribute to our environment through their scholarship, teaching, mentoring, and professional service. Development of a Digital Twin of a developing country food-health system is a core part of the Global Food System Institute's Brain Food Initiative, a key aspect of the agriculture-health nexus between the Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences and the College of Public Health at the University of Florida.
We invite applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher to join the Global Food Systems Institute (GFSI) and the Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering (ABE) at the University of Florida. The incumbent will join a growing research program led by Dr. Ziynet Boz, focused on developing digital twins for food, agricultural, and biosystems in emerging and developing economies. The emphasis for this position will be developing a digital twin of the food-health biosystems in a country in the Global South. The successful candidate will be an integral member of a collaborative, interdisciplinary team that brings together expertise in engineering, data science, public health, food safety, security and systems, sustainable farming systems, and international development.
The Global Food Systems Institute at UF is an international hub for research, education, and partnerships that address pressing challenges in global food security, sustainability, and resilience. Working through GFSI's global partnerships, the postdoc will engage with researchers and stakeholders across the U.S. and developing countries to ensure the contextual relevance and real-world applicability of digital twin models.
The postdoctoral researcher will design, implement, and evaluate digital twin frameworks tailored to the unique contexts of emerging economies, including infrastructure limitations, climate stressors, and socio-economic constraints. Beyond this flagship project, the candidate will also contribute broadly to the lab's and GFSI's mission by supporting modeling components of related projects, co-developing grant proposals, utilizing the HiPerGator high-performance computing system, and maintaining a strong publication record.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement digital twin frameworks for food-health biosystems applications in a Global South country (e.g., supply chain resilience, food processing, public health, food safety and security, packaging, agricultural systems).
Integrate diverse data streams (sensor data, IoT, remote sensing, AI/ML pipelines) into simulation and modeling platforms.
Collaborate with GFSI partners and local to global stakeholders to contextualize and apply models in developing country settings.
Lead and contribute to peer-reviewed publications, technical reports, and conference presentations.
Actively support proposal writing and grant development to expand the program's funding portfolio.
Aid with modeling and systems analysis across related food and biosystems projects in ABE and GFSI.
Utilize the HiPerGator high-performance computing system to conduct advanced modeling and simulations.
Mentor graduate and undergraduate students engaged in related research activities.
Contribute to a collaborative team environment spanning disciplines and countries.
Expected Salary Commensurate with Education and Experience
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. (foreign equivalent acceptable) in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Data Science, AI/ML Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a closely related field (degree must be completed by start date).
Demonstrated expertise in modeling and simulation, digital twins, AI/ML, or cyber-physical systems.
Strong publication record in relevant areas.
Interest in applying computational and systems tools in the context of food systems and emerging economies.
Candidates must be supportive of the mission of the Land-Grant system.
Candidates must also have a commitment to UF core values.
Preferred
Experience with digital twin applications in food, agriculture, or biosystems engineering.
Familiarity with optimization, agent-based modeling, or systems dynamics.
Prior work in interdisciplinary, international, or applied research collaborations.
Strong programming and data integration skills (e.g., Python, R, MATLAB, simulation platforms).
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and within a team-oriented, cross-cultural environment.
Application Instructions Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Individuals wishing to apply should go online to Careers at UF and submit:
A cover letter describing research interests, qualifications, and interest in working in emerging economies and food systems.
Curriculum vitae
Contact information, including email addresses, for 3 professional references.
Selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. Degrees earned from an education institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by NACES.
Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws.
Health Assessment Required No
Applications Close 12 November 2025
To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/537480 Our Commitment – The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the U.S. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352‑392‑2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800‑955‑8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.
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Work Type: Full Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Biology/Life Science, Computer Science, Agricultural Sciences
Department: 60070000 - AG-AGRICUL - BIOLOGICAL ENG
Classification Title: Postdoctoral Associate
Classification Minimum Requirements: The appointee shall have received the doctorate in a field appropriate to the assigned duties and responsibilities.
Job Description The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences welcomes applicants who can contribute to our environment through their scholarship, teaching, mentoring, and professional service. Development of a Digital Twin of a developing country food-health system is a core part of the Global Food System Institute's Brain Food Initiative, a key aspect of the agriculture-health nexus between the Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences and the College of Public Health at the University of Florida.
We invite applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher to join the Global Food Systems Institute (GFSI) and the Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering (ABE) at the University of Florida. The incumbent will join a growing research program led by Dr. Ziynet Boz, focused on developing digital twins for food, agricultural, and biosystems in emerging and developing economies. The emphasis for this position will be developing a digital twin of the food-health biosystems in a country in the Global South. The successful candidate will be an integral member of a collaborative, interdisciplinary team that brings together expertise in engineering, data science, public health, food safety, security and systems, sustainable farming systems, and international development.
The Global Food Systems Institute at UF is an international hub for research, education, and partnerships that address pressing challenges in global food security, sustainability, and resilience. Working through GFSI's global partnerships, the postdoc will engage with researchers and stakeholders across the U.S. and developing countries to ensure the contextual relevance and real-world applicability of digital twin models.
The postdoctoral researcher will design, implement, and evaluate digital twin frameworks tailored to the unique contexts of emerging economies, including infrastructure limitations, climate stressors, and socio-economic constraints. Beyond this flagship project, the candidate will also contribute broadly to the lab's and GFSI's mission by supporting modeling components of related projects, co-developing grant proposals, utilizing the HiPerGator high-performance computing system, and maintaining a strong publication record.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement digital twin frameworks for food-health biosystems applications in a Global South country (e.g., supply chain resilience, food processing, public health, food safety and security, packaging, agricultural systems).
Integrate diverse data streams (sensor data, IoT, remote sensing, AI/ML pipelines) into simulation and modeling platforms.
Collaborate with GFSI partners and local to global stakeholders to contextualize and apply models in developing country settings.
Lead and contribute to peer-reviewed publications, technical reports, and conference presentations.
Actively support proposal writing and grant development to expand the program's funding portfolio.
Aid with modeling and systems analysis across related food and biosystems projects in ABE and GFSI.
Utilize the HiPerGator high-performance computing system to conduct advanced modeling and simulations.
Mentor graduate and undergraduate students engaged in related research activities.
Contribute to a collaborative team environment spanning disciplines and countries.
Expected Salary Commensurate with Education and Experience
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. (foreign equivalent acceptable) in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Data Science, AI/ML Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a closely related field (degree must be completed by start date).
Demonstrated expertise in modeling and simulation, digital twins, AI/ML, or cyber-physical systems.
Strong publication record in relevant areas.
Interest in applying computational and systems tools in the context of food systems and emerging economies.
Candidates must be supportive of the mission of the Land-Grant system.
Candidates must also have a commitment to UF core values.
Preferred
Experience with digital twin applications in food, agriculture, or biosystems engineering.
Familiarity with optimization, agent-based modeling, or systems dynamics.
Prior work in interdisciplinary, international, or applied research collaborations.
Strong programming and data integration skills (e.g., Python, R, MATLAB, simulation platforms).
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and within a team-oriented, cross-cultural environment.
Application Instructions Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Individuals wishing to apply should go online to Careers at UF and submit:
A cover letter describing research interests, qualifications, and interest in working in emerging economies and food systems.
Curriculum vitae
Contact information, including email addresses, for 3 professional references.
Selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. Degrees earned from an education institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by NACES.
Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws.
Health Assessment Required No
Applications Close 12 November 2025
To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/537480 Our Commitment – The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the U.S. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352‑392‑2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800‑955‑8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.
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