Research Scientist/Postdoctoral Research Associate

2 weeks ago

Lorman MS United States Alcorn State University Full time
Job Title:

Research Scientist/Postdoctoral Research Associate

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Posted Salary Range:

Commensurate With Experience

Employment Status:

Full Time

Department:

College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences

Job Summary:

The College of Agriculture and Applied Science is seeking to hire a post-doctoral research associate for a position focused on laboratory and field research and extension activities related to sustainable agricultural production under a changed environment.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

  • Knowledge: The successful candidate will have broad knowledge of ecology, environmental and sustainable agriculture, emphasizing plant and soil sciences, plant ecology, soil chemistry, and agroecology. Additionally, the incumbent should have a practical background in application of latest agricultural technologies for the improvement of sustainable agriculture production.


  • Skills: The incumbent will be able to use analytical techniques such as High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), and Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) to detect chemicals and compound in plant, soil, and microbe samples; the candidate will have experience in crop cultivation, experimental design and crop variety trial assistance. The incumbent is able to use chemical and biochemical methods for the analysis of plant, soil and agricultural products.

  • Abilities: The incumbent has demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with faculty, students, and industry-professionals. The incumbent will be capable of working with graduate students, participating in proposal writing, conducting research, analyzing data, and writing reports and publications.
Essential Job Functions :

  • Designs and conducts plant and soil experiments, plant and animal products analysis studies.
  • Assists Principal Investigator (PI) with the development and implementation of research projects involving plants, soil and agricultural products studies.
  • Prepares manuscripts and publishes peer-reviewed journals.
  • Makes presentations and attends professional conferences.
  • Guides graduate and undergraduate students.
  • Actively seeks external grants to support research.
  • Other related duties, as assigned.
Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. in Ecology, environmental science, or closely related field.
  • Working and teaching experience in higher education setting.
  • 2 years' experience managing comprehensive agricultural projects.
  • 4 years' experience working with soil and agriculture, with a particular focus on soil and crop management, formula fertilization techniques, biochemistry, and soil chemistry.
  • Minimum of three senior authorship peer-reviewed publications in a reputable journal.
Licensing and Certifications :

N/A

Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas:

No

Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds:

Occasionally

Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds:

Not Required

Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds:

Not Required

Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds:

Not Required

Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds:

Not Required

Travel:

Occasionally

Extended Work Hours:

Occasionally

Posting Number:

S1028

Number of Vacancies:

1

Location:

Lorman

Open Date:

05/29/2024

Open Until Filled:

Yes

EEO Statement:

Alcorn State University

Equal Employment Opportunity and Notice of Non-Discrimination
Alcorn State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Alcorn State University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

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