Technological Innovation 4.0 and Sustainability for the Quality of Agri-Food Supply Chains

Position: Post-doctoral research contract Institute: Uni. Palermo
New! Posted on: 26/01/2026 Deadline: 10/02/2026

Scientific-Disciplinary Group

07/AGRI-04 - Agricultural, Forest And Biosystems Engineering

Description

The research aims to develop integrated models for enhancing organic production through the adoption of digital technologies, traceability systems, and advanced agroecological practices. The program includes the introduction of low-impact machinery and equipment, as well as the testing of innovative processes to reduce inputs and recover production residues within a circular economy framework. The interventions may involve wine, olive-oil, cereal, fruit and vegetable, livestock, nut, and medicinal plant supply chains. Overall, the activities are intended to define sustainable protocols for improving the quality of agri-food products and the environment. The expected outcomes concern increased efficiency and sustainability of the organic supply chains involved

Compensation

28,456 Euro

Job posting website

https://www.unipa.it/albo.html

Number of positions

1

Maximum duration

24.0

Funding body

Università degli Studi di Palermo