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Postdoctoral Research Associate in Human Dimensions and Social Science Indicators at University of Nebraska–Lincoln University of Nebraska–Lincoln in United States

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Environmental Science

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Two 12-month, 100% research postdoctoral appointments. The position is funded by a grant or other temporary funding. Posted salary is not specified in the post.

Deadline

Oct 12, 2026

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United States

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University of Nebraska - Lincoln

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Keywords

Environmental Science
Sociology
Agriculture
Network Analysis
Natural Resource Management
Rangeland Management
Social-ecological System

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About this position

University of Nebraska–Lincoln (UNL), School of Natural Resources / Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources (IANR), is recruiting two postdoctoral research associates for a 12-month, 100% research appointment in Lincoln, Nebraska, United States (remote work negotiable).

The positions sit within interdisciplinary teams working on human dimensions, social science indicators, stakeholder and community well-being in the Central Plains, and the amplification/diffusion of collaborative adaptive rangeland management. This is a strong fit for candidates interested in agriculture, sociology, environmental science, and social-ecological systems research.

Eligibility highlights: Ph.D. in human dimensions of natural resources/agriculture, sociology, or a closely related field; experience with interview, focus group, and/or survey design, implementation, and analysis; strong writing skills with evidence of peer-reviewed publication. Preferred experience includes U.S. ranching social-ecological systems, social network analysis, and strong verbal communication skills.

Funding: the appointment is funded by a grant or other temporary funding. The post does not specify a stipend amount.

How to apply: submit materials through the UNL application portal by clicking “Apply for this Job.” Prepare a letter of interest, CV, and contact information for three professional references. The application review date is 2026-10-12.

Funding details

Two 12-month, 100% research postdoctoral appointments. The position is funded by a grant or other temporary funding. Posted salary is not specified in the post.

What's required

Ph.D. in human dimensions of natural resources/agriculture, sociology, or a closely related field. Applicants should have experience in interview, focus group, and/or survey design, implementation, and analysis, plus strong writing skills with demonstrated ability to publish manuscripts in peer-reviewed journals. Preferred qualifications include expertise in U.S. ranching social-ecological systems, social network analysis, and strong verbal communication skills.

How to apply

Click “Apply for this Job” and complete the faculty information form. Upload a letter of interest, CV, and contact information for three professional references. Use the provided guidance link for the letter if needed.

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