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Job Title

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Agency

Texas A&M Agrilife Research

Department

Soil & Crop Sciences

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Job Responsibilities:

-Using discretion and independent judgment, design and conduct greenhouse, lab and field research pertaining to integrated weed management in various cropping systems.

-Independently prepare research publications and reports.

-Assist and mentor research graduate students and other personnel.

-Contribute to bringing in extramural support.

-Participate in professional activities.

-Supervise part-time student labor to accomplish the research project.

-Assist with and contribute to various program managerial activities.

-Perform other job related duties as required.

Required Education:

-PhD in relevant field (weed science, agronomy, ecology, plant science, etc.)

Preferred Licenses or Certification:

-Drone Operator's License

Required knowledge, skills and abilities:

-Good communication and computer skills

-Ability to multi task and work cooperatively with others

-Ability to drive to research stations and ability to stay overnight when needed.

Preferred knowledge, skills and abilities:

-Proficiency in image analysis using machine learning methods.

Continued employment in this position is contingent upon availability of funds.

Please attach the following to completed application:

-CV

-Unofficial Transcript

-List of References (3)

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.