Postdoctoral 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

Overview

A postdoctoral fellow position is available in the Biosystems Engineering Department at Auburn University, Auburn, AL. This is a one year, full-time 12-month non-tenure track position that may be renewed annually contingent upon satisfactory performance and funding availability. The individual selected for this position will work in the areas of nutrient management, hydrology, water quantity, and quality modeling. The expected start date is August 1, 2026.

Responsibilities

The primary responsibilities of this position include:

• Evaluating the effectiveness of agricultural best management practices (e.g., biochar and other related soil amendments) to improve soil health, water quality, and mitigate greenhouse gas emissions.
• Using hydrological models to simulate the fate and transport processes of contaminants.
• Mentoring graduate students.
• Developing research proposals and peer-reviewed publications.
• Presenting research results at conferences.

Qualifications

The minimum qualifications include a Ph.D. in Agricultural or Civil Engineering, Soil Science, or hydrology-related fields from an accredited institution at the time employment begins. The candidate should have prior experience in statistical analysis, publishing peer-reviewed articles, and conducting chemical analyses of water and soil samples in a laboratory. Basic knowledge in hydrological modeling (e.g., SWAT, APEX, HYDRUS) and nutrient management is desirable. The incumbent must meet eligibility requirements for work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the term of employment.

Desired Qualifications: Previous experience in using analytical instruments such as AQ2 Discrete Analyzer, ICP-OES, ion chromatography, and developing proposals for securing extramural funding.

Contract Type

Limited Term

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