Postdoc: Water Quality & Phosphorus Transport

Auburn University; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Auburn University’s Department of Crop, Soil, and Environmental Sciences invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow focusing on water quality and nutrient management. The appointment is non-tenure track, benefits-eligible, for an initial two-year term with renewal possible up to four years depending on performance and funding.

Start expected January 1, 2027. Responsibilities include designing and executing field and lab studies, handling rainfall simulations, edge-of-field monitoring, and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in soil science, hydrology, or closely related field.
• Experience with phosphorus transport models (APEX, SWAT) and hydrology.
• Familiarity with GIS and remote sensing for environmental data.
• Strong publication record.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field and laboratory studies on phosphorus transport and nutrient loss.
• Operate rainfall simulation experiments and edge-of-field monitoring equipment.
• Analyze water, soil, and environmental data and develop transport models.
• Prepare technical reports and manuscripts; present findings at meetings.

Skills

Phosphorus transport models (APEX, SWa

Education

Ph.D. in soil science or hydrology

Tools

APEX

SWAT

H-Flume

Autosamplers

Job description

Auburn University’s Department of Crop, Soil, and Environmental Sciences invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow focusing on water quality and nutrient management. The appointment is non-tenure track, benefits-eligible, for an initial two-year term with renewal possible up to four years depending on performance and funding.

Start expected January 1, 2027. Responsibilities include designing and executing field and lab studies, handling rainfall simulations, edge-of-field monitoring, and