Postdoc: Nutrient & Hydrology Modeling Fellow

Auburn University; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Auburn University in Auburn, AL is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Biosystems Engineering Department. This full-time, limited-term position focuses on nutrient management, hydrology, and water quality modeling. Responsibilities include evaluating agricultural practices, using hydrological simulations, mentoring graduate students, and publishing research. A Ph.D. in related fields is required, along with experience in statistical analysis and laboratory chemical analysis. The position is available starting August 1, 2026.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required at the time employment begins.
• Prior experience in statistical analysis and publishing articles.
• Basic knowledge in hydrological modeling desirable.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate effectiveness of agricultural best management practices.
• Use hydrological models to simulate fate and transport processes.
• Mentor graduate students.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Hydrological modeling

Publishing peer-reviewed articles

Education

Ph.D. in Agricultural or Civil Engineering, Soil Science, or hydrology-related fields

Tools

AQ2 Discrete Analyzer

ICP-OES

Ion chromatography

Job description

Auburn University in Auburn, AL is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Biosystems Engineering Department. This full-time, limited-term position focuses on nutrient management, hydrology, and water quality modeling. Responsibilities include evaluating agricultural practices, using hydrological simulations, mentoring graduate students, and publishing research. A Ph.D. in related fields is required, along with experience in statistical analysis and laboratory chemical analysis. The position is available starting August 1, 2026.