Postdoctoral Research Associate-1 (tamus)

Job Description

Job Title

Postdoctoral Research Associate-1

Agency

Texas A&M Agrilife Research

Department

Vernon

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Vernon, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The Gomez-Casanovas Lab seeks a highly motivated full-time Postdoctoral Research Associate to assist the project leader (Assistant Professor in Regenerative System Ecology) in research projects related to enhancing the environmental sustainability of bioenergy crops cultivated in the Southern United States. The Gomez-Casanovas Lab research activities can be found on our website: https://sites.google.com/view/gomez-casanovas/home.

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Responsibilities

• Design and conduct field and laboratory experiments with focus on CH4 and N cycles using an array of state-of-the-art scientific methods (eddy covariance, plant/soil/canopy gas exchange methods, artificial intelligence, process-based biogeochemical modeling).

• Supervise technicians and undergraduates.

• Coordinate research activities with a large team of collaborators.

• Present data in scientific meetings.

• Prepare manuscripts for publication.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

• A Ph.D. in ecology, biogeochemistry, soil science, or related field or the equivalent doctoral degree​

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Experience with field work and laboratory

• Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals

• Excellent English writing and oral communication skills

• Strong organizational skills

• Ability to work in a collaborative environment

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others

• Ability to travel/drive to research sites in South Dakota

• Basic statistical skills

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Experience in quantitative approaches including eddy covariance methods as well as gas exchange methods, artificial intelligence/imagery techniques, and process-based biogeochemical modeling. 

• Experience working in grazing lands and with farmers. 

• Ability to engage in modeling activities.

• Basic programming skills (R, Python…)

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants should upload

1) A cover letter clearly explaining your research interests/experience and suitability for the advertised position (2 pages maximum)

2) A resume or CV, and

3) Names, phone numbers and e-mail addresses for three references

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