Fellow (Post Doc)

The Postdoctoral Research Associate position at Kansas State University, Department of Agronomy/College of Agriculture focuses on supporting research in cropping systems relevant to the state of Kansas. Focus will be both in controlled environment...

  • 519552
  • Manhattan, Kansas, United States
  • Agronomy
  • Staff Full Time (Unclassified - Term)
  • Opening on: Apr 4 2025
  • On-site

About This Role

The Department of Agronomy at Kanas State University is looking for a Postdoctoral Research Associate to support research in controlled environments and field conditions, and through use of process-based crop growth models. Candidate will design and conduct experiments that evaluate the impacts of various environmental factors and production methods on crop yield and nutritional quality of grain crops

About Us

The Department of Agronomy at K-State works hard to drive global research. For more than 100 years, faculty, staff, and students have engaged in innovative research in disciplines ranging from crop variety development to precision ag.

Worksite Option

This position is required to be performed on-site. Work is performed on employer premises or designated assignment location.

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What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. in Agronomy, Crop Science or a closely related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience conducting field experiments, relevant field instrumentation and laboratory analytical equipment.
  • Demonstrated experience working with large and complex datasets. 
  • Skilled in managing process-based crop models for growth and development.
  • Knowledge and experience with data management and the use of relevant statistical software such as R, Python, GIS software.
  • Demonstrated ability to work alone and in a multi-disciplinary team comprising staff as well as graduate and undergraduate students.
  • Demonstrated interest and ability to publish in peer-reviewed journals on aspects related to the project. 

Other Requirements: 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.  

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

1. Letter of interest

2. Resume

3. Names, email and phone number for three professional references

Screening of Applications Begins

Immediately and continues until position is filled.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$60,000 - $70,000/annually

 

 

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Work Authorization: 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Background Screening Statement:

Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.

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