Postdoctoral Research Associate
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OnsiteFull-time
Summary
East Texas A&M University is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to join their College of Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources in Commerce, Texas. The role involves conducting research and extension programs on irrigation water and soil nutrient management practices in vegetable cropping systems.
About the Role
As a Postdoctoral Research Associate, you will design and set up experimental plots, conduct research on soil health and nutrient management, use lab and field equipment, perform statistical data analysis, draft manuscripts for publication, present findings, supervise students, assist in grant writing, and ensure timely project reporting.
About You
Required:
- PhD degree in horticulture, agronomy, soil science, plant physiology, or closely related discipline.
- Familiarity with laboratory and technical equipment in environmental plant physiology.
- Demonstrated track-record of research productivity and publications in high-impact peer-reviewed journals.
- Proficiency in SAS or R and multivariate analyses techniques.
- Experience presenting research findings at national conferences.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
- Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
- Excellent organizational skills.
Preferred:
- Previous research experience in soil and field-grown vegetable cropping systems.
- Experience in measuring photosynthetic, growth, and root traits.
- Proficiency in publishing high impact peer-reviewed journal articles.
Benefits
- Employee tuition assistance for master’s and doctoral programs.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance.
- 12-15 days of annual paid holidays, plus up to eight hours of paid sick leave and vacation each month.
- Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), with optional additional retirement plans.
- Physical wellness program and wellness release time for eligible employees.
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Commerce, TX