Postdoctoral Scholar – Integrated Weed Management

Southern Weed Science Society; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 47,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance for family members at reasonable cost

Job summary

The Southern Weed Science Society is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar to conduct applied research on integrated weed management and agricultural technologies. The role emphasizes evaluating various cropping systems and emerging technologies while engaging with multidisciplinary teams.

The ideal candidate will hold a PhD in a relevant field and have experience in field-based research. The position offers opportunities for contributions to significant projects in sustainable weed management and will be based in Corvallis, Oregon.

Qualifications

• Experience conducting field-based weed or pest management research.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an Oregon Pesticide Applicator license within six months of hire.
• Doctoral degree obtained within the past five years or anticipated completion before the start of the appointment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct applied research focused on integrated weed management.
• Design and implement field, greenhouse, and laboratory experiments.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Quantitative skills

Analytical skills

Scientific writing

Education

PhD in weed science, agronomy, horticulture, or related field

Job description

Postdoctoral Scholar – Integrated Weed Management

Description of Duties

The postdoctoral scholar will conduct applied research focused on integrated weed management and emerging agricultural technologies in perennial horticultural cropping systems and industrial vegetation management systems, including railroad right‑of‑way vegetation management. Responsibilities include designing and implementing field, greenhouse, and laboratory experiments; collecting, organizing, and analyzing data using appropriate statistical approaches; and preparing peer‑reviewed manuscripts, technical reports, extension publications, and grant‑related deliverables.

The position will involve research in conventional and organic production systems with emphasis on horticultural crops such as hazelnut, blueberry, winegrape, hops, tree fruit, and nursery crops, as well as non‑crop industrial systems. Research activities may include evaluation of electric weed control, pulsed electric field technologies, precision weed management technologies, herbicide‑resistant weeds, soil health interactions, and other sustainable weed management approaches.

Additional responsibilities include presenting research findings at scientific conferences, grower meetings, industry events, and Extension programs; collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across Oregon State University and external partners; assisting with mentoring graduate and undergraduate students; coordinating research activities and field operations; and supporting stakeholder engagement efforts related to weed management, horticultural crop production, and industrial vegetation management systems.

The successful candidate will have opportunities to contribute to multidisciplinary projects involving electric weed control, pulsed electric field technologies, precision agriculture, and integrated weed management systems for horticultural crops and industrial vegetation management.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in weed science, agronomy, horticulture, or a related field.
• Experience conducting field‑based weed or pest management research.
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and scientific writing skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an Oregon Pesticide Applicator license within six months of hire.
• Doctoral degree obtained within the past five years or anticipated to be completed before the start of the appointment.
• This position is designated as a critical or security‑sensitive position; the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and meet OSU Standard 576‑055‑0000 et seq.
• Incumbents must self‑report convictions and comply with additional Criminal History Checks every 24 months for Youth Programs.
• Incumbent must successfully complete a Motor Vehicle History Check, possess a valid driver’s license, and comply with OSU Standard 125‑155‑0200.

Salary and Benefits

Salary and benefits are consistent with Oregon State University postdoctoral scholar standards. Health insurance for family members is available at reasonable cost.

Closing Date

08/30/2026