Bio-ecological studies and development of innovative methods for sustainable agricultural pest management (published on the “Albo Ufficiale” with n. 9940/2026)

ppOrganisation/Company Università degli studi di Firenze Research Field Agricultural sciences Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Leading Researcher (R4) First Stage Researcher (R1) Established Researcher (R3) Application Deadline 9 Oct 2026 - 13:00 (UTC) Country Italy Type of Contract To be defined Job Status Not Applicable Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No /ph3Offer Description /h3pThis research aims to identify new sustainable methods to control agricultural insect pests, including Philaenus spumarius, Neophilaenus campestris, Drosophila suzukii, and Scaphoideus titanus. Specifically, laboratory studies will investigate spittlebug behavioral responses to various chemical and/or physical stimuli to develop novel monitoring and control systems. Additionally, laboratory bioassays on Drosophila suzukii will evaluate the efficacy of sustainable management tools, such as essential oils. Field studies will analyze population dynamics to optimize control strategies against Scaphoideus titanus. /ph3Requirements /h3h3Additional Information /h3pEligibility criteria /ppMaster's Degree in Biotecnologie per la Gestione Ambientale e l'Agricoltura sostenibile Classe LM-7 or an equivalent qualification obtained abroad within the last 6 years;br/suitable cv. to the planned research activity;br/aptitude for the study of insects and keen powers of observation and to identify most insects of agricultural importance to species, genus, and family level using dichotomous identification keys, basic knowledge of molecular biology techniques for DNA analysis. experience in maintaining insect colonies under controlled laboratory conditions and in preparing artificial diets for insect rearing. Familiarity with monitoring and sampling protocols (e.g. pheromone traps, coloured sticky traps, sweep netting, etc.) in agricultural settings; experience in data collection and the preparation of technical reports; strong aptitude for teamwork and the ability to collaborate effectively with professionals from different disciplines and with diverse areas of expertise. /pulliItaly /li /ulpbEligibility of fellows: country/ies of residence: /b /pulliOTHER /li /ulpbEligibility of fellows: nationality/ies: /b /pulliOTHER /li /ulh3Selection process /h3pThe competition will be carried out by an evaluation of titles and examination, by means of an interview. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr