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Junior researcher Computer Vision and Machine Learning in horticulture
As Junior researcher Computer Vision and Machine Learning in horticulture you will contributes to the development of sustainable (indoor) horticultural crop production systems. Are you coming to join our team at Wageningen University & Research?
You will work within the team Greenhouse Horticulture business unit which focus on innovations in the greenhouse horticulture sector. Together with industry, science and government, questions about greenhouse design, crop management and cultivation are analyzed and translated into application-oriented research and innovation processes.
Your duties and responsibilities include:
Executes research in the field of advanced automated horticultural production systems with a focus on computer vision and machine learning applications; contributes to the development of sustainable (indoor) horticultural crop production systems;
Develops new image analysis and associated control software for (harvest) robotic systems, the detection of crop growth parameters of various crops for yield prediction, the quality detection of fresh products and crops and the detection of pests and diseases and plant resilience; uses various camera techniques such as RGB, 3D, spectral or thermal imaging;
Applies modern machine learning methods such as deep learning and reinforcement learning, develops new AI algorithms; uses various sensors; deals with data fusion; often as part of a larger complex mechatronic system applied in horticulture;
Conducts applied scientific research within the projects;
Communicates relevant research results to science and practise.
Your qualities
You are an independent, enthusiastic and ambitious researcher with good communication skills, team spirit, customer- en quality-orientated, with computer vision and machine learning, including:Academic working and thinking by education or experience on the field of computer vision and machine learning, study in e.g. artificial intelligence, natural or biomedical science; biosystems engineering;
Knowledge of various image analysis techniques, data analysis methods, classification and statistics;
Knowledge of various modern machine learning techniques, such as deep learning and reinforcement learning methods;
Experience with the structured development of complex software, programming in Python; experience with C++, C#, ROS, OpenCV, Halcon or Matlab is an advantage;
Knowledge of various sensor types, data output and practical usage of such sensors;
Experience with the application of image processing and machine learning in the green environment and willingness to learn the challenges of horticulture;
Ability to combine theoretical knowledge with practical setups and implementation; ability to conduct experimental field work and to work hands-on in the end-user environment.
Knowledge of lighting, optics and camera systems including calibration and control is a pré;
Experience with project-based work;
Excellent knowledge of Dutch and English language;
Driving License B;
You can see that there are plenty of challenges ahead of you. These challenges can also be seen as development opportunities. So if you do not yet have the track-record required in the vacancy, but do have solid work experience, we would also like to invite you to apply.
We offer you
Wageningen University & Research offers excellent. A few highlights from our Collective Labour Agreement include:
- working hours that can be discussed and arranged so that they allow for the best possible work-life balance;
- the option to accrue additional compensation hours by working more, up to 40 hours per week;
- sabbatical leave, study leave, and partially paid parental leave;
- there is a strong focus on vitality and you can make use of the sports facilities available on campus for a small fee;
- a fixed December bonus of 4%;
- excellent pension scheme.
Wageningen University & Research encourages internal advancement opportunities and mobility with an internal recruitment policy. There are plenty of options for personal initiative in a learning environment, and we provide excellent training opportunities. We are offering a multi-faceted position in an international environment with a pleasant and open working atmosphere.
Do you want more information?
For more information about the position you can contact dr. Silke Hemming, team leader research team Greenhouse Technology, silke.hemming@wur.nl.Do you want to apply?
You can apply directly using the apply button on the vacancy page on our website which will allow us to process your personal information with your approval.We would like to receive your letter and complete CV no later than May 1th 2023.
Equal opportunities
Wageningen University & Research (WUR) employs a large number of people with very different backgrounds and qualities, who inspire and motivate each other. We want every talent to feel at home in our organisation and be offered the same career opportunities. We therefore especially welcome applications from people who are underrepresented at WUR. For more information please go to our. A good example of how WUR deals with inclusiveness can be read on the page working at WUR with a
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Do you want more information?
For more information about the position you can contact dr. Silke Hemming, team leader research team Greenhouse Technology,.
Do you want to apply?
You can apply directly using the apply button on the vacancy page on our website which will allow us to process your personal information with your approval.We would like to receive your letter and complete CV no later than May 1th 2023.
Equal opportunities
Wageningen University & Research (WUR) employs a large number of people with very different backgrounds and qualities, who inspire and motivate each other. We want every talent to feel at home in our organisation and be offered the same career opportunities. We therefore especially welcome applications from people who are underrepresented at WUR. For more information please go to our. A good example of how WUR deals with inclusiveness can be read on the page working at WUR with a
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We are
Wageningen University & Research
The mission of Wageningen University & Research is “To explore the potential of nature to improve the quality of life”. Under the banner Wageningen University & Research, Wageningen University and the specialised research institutes of the Wageningen Research Foundation have joined forces in contributing to finding solutions to important questions in the domain of healthy food and living environment. With its roughly 30 branches, 7,200 employees (6,400 fte) and 13,200 students and over 150.000 participants to WUR’s Life Long Learning, Wageningen University & Research is one of the leading organisations in its domain. The unique Wageningen approach lies in its integrated approach to issues and the collaboration between different disciplines.Read the
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Greenhouse Horticulture business unit
Wageningen University & Research, Greenhouse Horticulture business unit, is the leading international contract research institute for greenhouse horticulture. We focus on innovations in the greenhouse horticulture sector. Together with industry, science and government, questions about greenhouse design, crop management and cultivation are analyzed and translated into application-oriented research and innovation processes.The Greenhouse Horticulture business unit has more than 160 employees and various research teams:
- Crop health, water and soil
- Crop physiology
- Crop management and quality
- Greenhouse Technology
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Programme Agro Food Robotics
In the field of Agro Food Robotics research and development, Wageningen University & Research is worldwide the most experienced and innovative organisation More than 40 engineers and researchers work together with academic and industrial partners on new systems in the area of automation, computer vision, sensing, AI and robotics for agri and food.We design agricultural automation and robotic systems for open field, indoor horticulture, livestock, fisheries, fresh chains and food, together with many experts on these application fields within Wageningen. The research topics are:
- Tools and sensors that enable precision farming
- Robotic harvesting and crop manipulation
- Machine vision based tools for phenotyping and quality assessment (2D, 3D, motion tracking including the spectral range from X-ray, colour and TerraHz)
We will recruit for the vacancy ourselves, so no employment agencies please. However, sharing in your network is appreciated.
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