Postdoc: Adaptive Agricultural & Environmental Decision-Making

Resilience Science; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university in California is seeking a post-doctoral fellow to advance decision-making in adaptive agriculture and environmental policies. The role involves analyzing rangeland restoration programs, mentoring graduate students, and contributing to various research projects. Applicants should have a PhD and a strong background in survey design and data analysis. The position offers a two-year contract with potential for renewal.

Qualifications

• Recent recipient of a doctoral degree.
• Demonstrated interest in agricultural and environmental decision-making.
• Trained in expert elicitation protocols.

Responsibilities

• Support a USDA funded project analyzing rangeland restoration programs.
• Design and conduct surveys of California ranchers.
• Participate in projects on sustainable agriculture and climate change.

Skills

Survey design

Quantitative statistical analysis

Network analysis

Expert elicitation

Interpersonal skills

Education

PhD in relevant discipline

Job description

A prestigious university in California is seeking a post-doctoral fellow to advance decision-making in adaptive agriculture and environmental policies. The role involves analyzing rangeland restoration programs, mentoring graduate students, and contributing to various research projects. Applicants should have a PhD and a strong background in survey design and data analysis. The position offers a two-year contract with potential for renewal.