Post Doctoral Scholar

The Ohio State University; United States; Remote; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio State University seeks a Post Doctoral Scholar to advance ecosystem modeling and environmental research across field, watershed, and regional scales.

The role involves collaboration with a multi-institutional team, publishing findings, developing proposals, and mentoring students while contributing to extension outreach efforts.

Qualifications

• Earned Ph.D. by the start date in Agricultural Engineering, Ecological Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Hydrology, Soil Science, Environmental Science, or closely related field.
• Demonstrated experience with ecosystem, hydrologic, biogeochemical, or watershed models and decision-support tools used for field and watershed assessments.
• Knowledge of agricultural conservation practices and their environmental impacts.
• Evidence of scholarly productivity, including peer-reviewed publications.
• Experience contributing to research proposals and grant development.

Responsibilities

• Research and outreach responsibilities; develop, evaluate and apply ecosystem models.
• Assess environmental outcomes with emphasis on carbon sequestration, GHG emissions and water quality.
• Conduct data mining and AI-based analysis; integrate field, watershed, and regional data.
• Collaborate with multi-institutional team of researchers from universities, government and partners.
• Engage in Extension and stakeholder outreach with OSU Extension faculty.

Skills

R

Python

MATLAB

FORTRAN

Quantitative analysis

Communication skills

Teamwork

Mentoring

Scientific writing

Education

PhD in a relevant field

Tools

COMET-Farm

AI/ML tools

Job description

Job Title

Post Doctoral Scholar

Department

FAES | Food, Agricultural and Biological Engineering

Primary Responsibilities

• Research and Outreach Responsibilities
• Develop, evaluate, and apply ecosystem and environmental models.
• Assess environmental outcomes and ecosystem services with an emphasis on carbon sequestration, greenhouse gas emissions, and water quality.
• Conduct data mining and analysis using machine learning and artificial intelligence approaches.
• Integrate field, watershed, and regional-scale datasets to support ecosystem service assessments and decision-making.
• The Postdoctoral Researcher will work closely with a collaborative, multi-institutional team of researchers from universities, government agencies, and research organizations.
• The position also includes opportunities to engage in Extension and stakeholder outreach activities in collaboration with OSU Extension faculty and partners.

Scholarly and Professional Development

• Publish research findings in peer-reviewed scientific journals.
• Contribute to proposal development and grant-writing activities.
• Develop Extension publications and outreach materials for diverse audiences.
• Present research findings at national and international scientific conferences, stakeholder meetings, and professional workshops.
• Mentor graduate and undergraduate students involved in project activities.

Remote Work

This position has the potential to be approved as a remote position for candidates located anywhere within the United States. Remote work arrangements are subject to The Ohio State University's review and approval processes and are not guaranteed. Eligibility for remote work will depend on the candidate's state of residence and other university, legal, tax, and employment considerations. Occasional travel may be required for project meetings, field activities, stakeholder engagement, Extension programming, and scientific conferences.

The Postdoctoral researcher will work under the supervision of: Dr. Asmita Murumkar Assistant Professor and Ecosystems Services Field Specialist OSU Extension, Agricultural and Natural Resources Department of Food, Agricultural and Biological Engineering The Ohio State University.

Required Qualifications

• Earned Ph.D. by the start date in Agricultural Engineering, Ecological Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Hydrology, Soil Science, Environmental Science, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated experience with ecosystem, hydrologic, biogeochemical, or watershed models and decision-support tools used for field and watershed assessments.
• Knowledge of agricultural conservation practices and their environmental impacts.
• Evidence of scholarly productivity, including peer-reviewed publications.
• Experience contributing to research proposals and grant development.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with carbon accounting models and decision-support tools such as COMET-Farm and related ecosystem-service assessment tools.
• Familiarity with machine learning, artificial intelligence, and large-scale environmental data analysis.
• Experience integrating environmental monitoring data with modeling frameworks.
• Experience working with interdisciplinary research teams and stakeholder-driven projects.

Desired Skills

• Proficiency in programming and data analysis languages such as R, Python, MATLAB, or FORTRAN.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience mentoring students and junior researchers.
• Experience communicating modeling and watershed assessment results to scientific, technical, and public audiences.

Additional Information

Location: Remote

Position Type: Term (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours: 40

Shift: First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

About Ohio State

At Ohio State, you’ll find work that inspires you. We offer roles and growth opportunities in countless fields and specialties — including a job that’s right for you.

Ohio State benefits give you options to take care of what matters most to you — and opportunities to make adjustments as your life and needs change, including:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

No matter your role, you’ll be part of creating what people need now: pathways to education, research and health care. Working at Ohio State means you’re part of a team with a strong sense of community and an unwavering commitment to excellence — and, of course, incomparable Buckeye spirit. We bring out the best in people, help each other succeed and learn together. By joining Ohio State, you become part of a top-20 public university with one of America’s leading academic health centers. We’re a team of dedicated colleagues with access to boundless resources that support you.