Yuzhen Lu

Postdoc Position: Specialty Crop On-Farm Automation at Michigan State University . This postdoctoral research associate opening is in Dr. Yuzhen Lu’s group (AgFood Sensing & Intelligence) in the Department of Biosystems & Agricultural Engineering. The project focuses on on-farm automation of specialty crops , especially in-orchard/postharvest automation and AI-enabled mechanization for labor-intensive production tasks. The successful candidate will work on machine vision , artificial intelligence , automation technologies , robotics/mechatronics , and related engineering solutions for specialty crop production. Example tasks mentioned include mechanized harvesting, automated sorting, and vision-based crop management. The role also involves generating peer-reviewed publications, discussing design/prototyping/algorithm development/testing with Dr. Lu, and potentially contributing to grant proposals and teaching assistance. Eligibility highlights: a PhD in Biosystems/Agricultural Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automation, or a closely related field; publication experience in machine/computer vision, mechatronics, or AI/robotics; strong programming skills in C++, Python, and/or Matlab; and excellent scientific writing and communication skills. Preferred experience includes engineering design, hardware prototyping, system integration, and real-time mechanical vision systems for special crop automation. Funding and duration: the appointment is initially for 12 months, with possible extension depending on performance and funding. No stipend amount is listed. Application: email [email protected] to apply or express interest. Review begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. A video pre-interview may be arranged for shortlisted candidates.

Michigan State University is advertising a PhD/MS position in AI and 3D Vision for on-farm pig monitoring . The opportunity is associated with Assistant Professor Yuzhen Lu and appears to focus on research at the intersection of computer science , computer vision , and agriculture , with possible relevance to animal monitoring and precision farming. This is a student opening rather than a scholarship announcement. The post does not specify funding, stipend, tuition coverage, or a deadline, so applicants should check the linked post for the latest details. The position is explicitly described as available right now. Prospective applicants interested in AI , 3D vision , computer vision , and agricultural technology should review the linked announcement and contact the supervisor if needed. The post indicates both PhD and MS level openings.