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Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Ecology
Funding
Funded through grants or contracts; continued employment depends on ongoing funding and satisfactory job performance. Salary is commensurate with qualifications.
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United States
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Texas A&M AgriLife Research
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Postdoctoral Research Associate at Texas A&M AgriLife Research in the Department of Rangeland, Wildlife & Fisheries Management.
This postdoctoral position focuses on rangeland ecology, agricultural sustainability, soil health, and regenerative conservation practices in the southern Great Plains. The successful candidate will conduct independent and collaborative research, including literature review and synthesis, applied field research, publication of findings, and development of factsheets and outreach materials.
The project involves collaboration with ARS and TAMU scientists and will be stationed at the USDA ARS OCPARC lab in El Reno, Oklahoma. Research activities include science syntheses of regenerative conservation practices, field studies in grazed tallgrass prairie pastures and forage systems, stakeholder engagement with NRCS staff, and outreach to land managers and other stakeholders.
Eligibility highlights: PhD in ecology or a related field is required at the time of hiring. Strong technical writing, oral communication, and collaborative skills are essential. Preferred experience includes rangeland ecology and management, field-based rangeland studies, GIS, remote sensing, spatial analysis and modeling with Google Earth Engine and R, meta-analysis, statistical analysis in R, vegetation and grazing studies, and soil health assessment.
Funding: The position is funded through grants or contracts, and continued employment depends on ongoing funding and satisfactory performance. Salary is commensurate with qualifications.
How to apply: Submit the required application materials through the Workday portal, including a CV/resume, cover letter, references, and any relevant certifications or additional documents. Questions may be directed to Dr. Humberto Perotto at [email protected].
Funding details
Funded through grants or contracts; continued employment depends on ongoing funding and satisfactory job performance. Salary is commensurate with qualifications.
What's required
PhD in ecology or a related field at the time of hiring. Strong technical writing and oral communication skills, ability to work collaboratively, and ability to multitask. Preferred: significant research experience in rangeland ecology and management in the southern Great Plains, publications in peer-reviewed journals, experience designing and conducting field-based rangeland studies, GIS, remote sensing, spatial analysis and modeling using Google Earth Engine and R, meta-analysis, statistical analysis using R, regenerative conservation practices, soil health assessment, and vegetation and/or grazing studies in rangelands of the southern Great Plains. Must be able to travel for fieldwork and meetings and work in challenging weather conditions.
How to apply
Submit an application with all job application data or a complete resume. Include a CV/resume, cover letter, list of references, and any applicable certifications/additional documentation. For questions, contact Dr. Humberto Perotto by email. Apply through the Workday application link.
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