Postdoctoral Fellow, Water & Soil Systems Modeling

Auburn University; Alabama; On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

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 will work in nutrient management, hydrology, water quantity, and quality modeling. Start date is August 1, 2026.

Qualifications

• PhD in an engineering or soil/hydrology-related field at start date.
• Experience with statistical analysis, publishing peer‑reviewed articles, and chemical analysis of water/soil.
• Desirable knowledge of SWAT/APEX/HYDRUS hydrological models and nutrient management.
• Eligibility to work in the United States during the term.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate effectiveness of agricultural BMPs to improve soil health and water quality.
• Use hydrological models to simulate fate and transport of contaminants.
• Mentor graduate students and develop research proposals and peer‑reviewed publications.
• Present research results at conferences.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Peer-reviewed publications

Water/soil chemical analysis

Hydrological modeling knowledge

Education

Ph.D. in Agricultural or Civil Engineering/Soil Science/hydrology

Tools

SWAT

APEX

HYDRUS

AQ2 Discrete Analyzer

ICP-OES

Ion chromatography

Job description

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 will work in nutrient management, hydrology, water quantity, and quality modeling. Start date is August 1, 2026.