Postdoctoral Researcher (Sustainable Agricultural Systems & Wastewater Management)
$100,000–$100,000 year
On-sitePrairie View, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Support the Principal Investigator in research on livestock waste management, nutrient recovery, and algae-based systems for biofertilizer and soil health improvement. Conduct studies on soil–water–waste interactions using field, laboratory, and data-driven modeling approaches, including AI/ML applications. Prepare scientific reports, peer-reviewed publications, and research proposals while contributing to watershed processes and climate-smart agriculture initiatives. Participate in outreach, training, and demonstration activities, present findings at conferences, and mentor students. This postdoctoral role is funded by a grant or restricted funds with continued employment contingent on funding renewal.
Required Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Environmental Science, Hydrology, Civil Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Data Science, Computer Science, or a closely related field
- Demonstrated background in areas such as soil and water systems, environmental modeling, wastewater or livestock waste management, or data analytics
- Strong quantitative and analytical skills relevant to environmental systems
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with laboratory analytical techniques and/or field research design and implementation across different scales
- Strong computational skills, including programming experience in Python, R, MATLAB, C/C++, or similar languages
- Familiarity with artificial intelligence/machine learning and spatial and temporal data analysis
- Experience with field and laboratory instrumentation (e.g., soil moisture sensors, data loggers, sensor networks, automated data acquisition systems)
- Demonstrated ability to publish in peer-reviewed journals or strong potential to do so
- Excellent scientific writing and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams
- Highly motivated and capable of working independently
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