Post Doctoral Research Scholar
Job Description
Posting Number
PG191253PDPosition Number
00110864Position Type
Post DocFLSA
ExemptDepartment ID
110901 - Crop and Soil SciencesDepartment
110901 - Crop and Soil SciencesJob City & State
Raleigh, NCEssential Job Duties
The Department of Crop and Soil Sciences at NC State University is seeking a 2.5-year postdoctoral research associate to assess changes in manure management systems on broiler, swine, and dairy farms across the US and identify how these impact GHG emissions. This is a collaboration with the USDA Economic Research Service (ERS) and will involve collaborations with ERS project leaders and state manure management experts. We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral research associate to develop and expand the GHG program in the Animal Waste Management Lab and work with national datasets to determine manure management practices on broiler, swine, and dairy operations in the US. The successful candidate needs to demonstrate strong expertise in identification of GHG emission sources and measurement of GHG emissions. This includes an understanding of common manure management practices, experience with field instrumentation, and management of large datasets. In addition, experience with GHG analytical equipment, fundamental knowledge of nitrogen and carbon cycling, and experience with field-based research is required.
Major Responsibilities include:
Major Responsibilities include:
- Identify regional changes in manure management practices in the US broiler, swine, and dairy industries using historical national ERS Agricultural Resource Management Survey (ARMS) data;
- Assist in updating future ARMS questionnaires to better identify and quantify GHG emission sources within broiler, swine, and dairy waste management systems in the US;
- Assist with novel research at the three NC State Research Dairies, identifying GHG emission sources and quantifying differences between diverse dairy systems (pasture, conventional, and conventional with creamery).
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Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pmDepartment Required Skills
- Ph.D. in a discipline relevant to soil carbon and nitrogen dynamics, soil science, and agronomy
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
- Experience in manure management.
- Experience using and maintaining analytical equipment used to quantify GHGs.
- Experience managing field experiments (preferably agricultural).
- Excellent writing and communication skills.
Required License or Certification
- A valid NC Driver’s License and the ability to obtain an NC Driver’s License within 60 days of hire.
- A valid Driver’s License must be maintained throughout employment.
Valid NC Driver's License required?
YesCommercial Driver's License Required?
NoAnticipated Hiring Range
commensurate with experience ($65,000)Job Open Date
06/10/2024Quick Link
https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/203363AA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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