Postdoctoral Research Associate

Texas A&M University; Lubbock, Northern (TX, KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M AgriLife Research in Lubbock, TX is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to advance a state-funded project on how manure and biosolids influence soil health and agricultural systems. The successful candidate will lead field experiments, Data analysis, and manuscript preparation while collaborating with Drs.

Katie Lewis and Joseph Burke in a multidisciplinary team. Applicants should have a PhD in soil science or related fields, strong English communication, and willingness to

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in soil science, microbiology, environmental toxicology, or related fields with focus on soil health.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Excellent English oral, written, and electronic communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences.
• Knowledge of advanced statistical models/tools.
• Experience with large, varied datasets.
• Experience working with PFAS.

Responsibilities

• Leads a state-wide effort to understand how PFAS affect soil health and agricultural systems.
• Leads field experiments, collects soil, water, plant and climate data, analyzes results and presents findings.
• Prepares manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals.
• Performs duties requiring physical activities, including fieldwork, travel and labor.

Skills

Excellent English communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Cross-functional communication

Statistical modeling/tools

Big data experience

PFAS experience

Education

PhD in soil science, microbiology, or environmental toxicology

Job description

## Postdoctoral Research AssociateApplylocations: Lubbock, TXtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-096138**Job Title**Postdoctoral Research Associate**Agency**Texas A&M Agrilife Research**Department**Lubbock**Proposed Minimum Salary**Commensurate**Job Location**Lubbock, Texas**Job Type**Staff**Job Description****About Texas A&M AgriLife**Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members:* Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service* Texas A&M AgriLife Research* College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University* Texas A&M Forest Service* Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic LaboratoryAs the nation’s largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.Click **here** to learn more about how ***you*** can be a part of AgriLife and make a difference in the world!**Position Information**The Postdoctoral Research Associate will work closely with Drs. Katie Lewis and Joseph Burke, along with other faculty at Texas A&M AgriLife Research and the Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service, on a state-funded project to determine the impact of manure and biosolid applications on soil health outcomes in Texas.**Responsibilities:*** Leads a state-wide effort to better understand how per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances impact soil health and agricultural systems.* Leads field experiments, collects data on soil, water, plants, and climate, analyzes the data, interprets the results, and presents findings at local, regional, and national meetings.* Prepares manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.* These duties require physical activities, including extensive fieldwork, travel, heavy lifting, and working in extreme environments.* Performs other duties as assigned.**Required Qualifications:*** Ph.D. in soil science, microbiology, environmental toxicology, or related fields, with a focus on soil health.* Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others**Preferred Qualifications:*** Excellent English oral, written, and electronic communication skills.* Ability to work both independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team.* Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences.* Knowledge of advanced statistical models/tools.* Experience with large, various datasets.* Experience working with PFAS.**Other Requirements:*** These duties require physical activities, including extensive fieldwork, travel, heavy lifting, and working in extreme environments.**What You Need to Know****S****alary:** Compensation for this position is commensurate based on the selected candidate’s qualifications.**Position Funding:** This position is grant funded and availability is contingent upon availability of these funds and your satisfactory job performance.**Why Work at Texas A&M AgriLife?**When you choose to ***work*** for Texas A&M AgriLife, you become part of an organization that is an established leader in agriculture and life sciences with a wide range of capabilities to meet the needs of our statewide, national, and international constituents.In addition, Texas A&M AgriLife offers a comprehensive benefit package including the following:* Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife contributing to employee health and basic life premiums* 12-15 days of annual paid holidays* Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month* Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas* Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife**Applicant Instructions**Applications received by Texas A&M AgriLife must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.