Postdoctoral Research Associate - Climate-Smart Feed Management and Nutrient Modeling
COLLEGE STATION, TXPosted 30+ days ago
Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Texas A&M AgriLife Research
Job overview
The Postdoctoral Research Associate role at Texas A&M AgriLife Research focuses on advancing climate-smart feed management and nutrient modeling to support sustainable agricultural practices.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves developing educational resources and decision-support tools, coordinating committee activities, organizing summits, analyzing data, collaborating with stakeholders, and contributing to outreach and grant writing efforts.
Compensation and benefits
The salary is commensurate with experience; specific benefits are not detailed but likely include standard academic research position perks.
Experience and skills
A PhD in animal science, soil and crop sciences, or related fields is required, with preferred experience in feed management, nutrient modeling, outreach, website development, and strong communication and computational skills.
Career development
Opportunities include mentoring students, participating in grant writing, and contributing to educational outreach, supporting professional growth in research and stakeholder engagement.
Work environment and culture
The position involves collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, emphasizing effective communication and independent as well as cooperative work, with some travel for on-farm trials.
Company information
Texas A&M AgriLife Research is a research agency focused on agricultural science and innovation, supporting sustainable practices and stakeholder engagement.
Team overview
The associate will work with the Climate Smart Feed Management Committee, Feed Composition and Modeling Committees, and collaborate with producers, NRCS personnel, and other stakeholders.
Job location and travel
The position is based in College Station, Texas, with travel required for on-farm trials and stakeholder engagement.
Application process
Applicants must submit a CV, a statement of anticipated contributions, and references; employment is contingent on a criminal history check and credential verification.
Unique job features
This role uniquely integrates scientific research with practical outreach, including website development and organizing summits, to promote climate-smart agricultural practices.
Company overview
Texas A&M AgriLife Research is a premier agricultural and life sciences research agency within the Texas A&M University System. It focuses on innovative research in areas such as agriculture, natural resources, and life sciences to address critical issues like food security, environmental sustainability, and human health. The organization generates revenue through government grants, private sector partnerships, and commercialization of research findings. Established in 1887, it has a rich history of contributing to advancements in agricultural practices and technologies, making it a cornerstone of agricultural research in Texas and beyond.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your PhD in animal science or related fields, emphasizing experience in feed management strategies, nutrient modeling, and precision livestock farming as key qualifications for the role at Texas A&M AgriLife Research.
Emphasize your skills in website development, outreach, organizing summits, and your ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders such as ranchers, farmers, and conservation professionals.
Apply through multiple channels including the Texas A&M AgriLife Research corporate careers site and LinkedIn to maximize your application’s visibility and reach.
Connect on LinkedIn with current employees in the Animal Science department or those involved with the Climate Smart Feed Management Committee; use ice breakers like commenting on recent climate-smart agriculture initiatives or asking about their experiences organizing summits and outreach programs.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'climate-smart feed management,' 'nutrient modeling,' 'decision-support tools,' 'stakeholder engagement,' and 'website development' to ensure your resume passes initial automated screenings.
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