The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is seeking highly motivated postdoctoral researchers to investigate agronomic and ecological impacts of soil health-building practices in diverse agroecosystems.
Post-Doctoral Research Associate, Biosystems Engineering & Soil Science
Designation:
Post-Doctoral Research Associate
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Soil Health and Agroecology |
| Location | Knoxville, TN, United States |
| Eligibility/Qualification | Ph.D. in Soil Science, Agronomy, Soil Ecology, Environmental Science, or related field |
Job Description:
The successful candidates will conduct research focusing on:
- Management of ongoing agricultural field experiments.
- Designing and executing hypothesis-driven studies on soil health and microbial ecology.
- Operating and maintaining laboratory instruments, including carbon and nitrogen analyzers and gas chromatographs.
- Publishing peer-reviewed research articles.
- Mentoring undergraduate and graduate students in research projects.
- Contributing to grant proposal preparations and outreach events.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Ph.D. in a related field.
- Experience in overseeing field experiments and data collection.
- Strong background in publishing peer-reviewed research.
- Proficiency in data analysis and visualization.
Preferred:
- One year of post-Ph.D. research experience.
- Formal training in data analysis and modeling.
- Expertise in carbon and nitrogen isotope biogeochemistry.
How to Apply:
To express interest, please submit the following materials:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Copies of Undergraduate and Graduate Transcripts
- List of 3 Professional References
Applications should be submitted to ensure full consideration by the deadline.
Last Date to Apply:
August 15, 2025
Join the University of Tennessee community and contribute to impactful research on soil health while engaging with a collaborative and dynamic research group!
