NC State University
Postdoctoral Research Scholar
NC State University, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Please attach a Cover Letter, resume/CV, and contact information for three (3) professional references. Please make sure that the information entered on the application matches what is on your resume. Position Information
Posting Number PG191578PD Position Number 00111692 Position Type Post Doc FLSA Exempt Department ID 110901 - Crop and Soil Sciences Department 110901 - Crop and Soil Sciences Position Overview
The Department of Crop and Soil Sciences encompasses varied disciplines in research, extension, and teaching. The department’s mission is to develop future leaders in crop, soil, and environmental sciences, improve crop plants and products, devise effective and sustainable crop production systems, devise effective and sustainable soil management techniques in both agriculture and urban settings; and disseminate crop, soil, and environmental science knowledge for the benefit of users and producers of food, feed turf, biofuels and fiber in North Carolina, the nation and the world. The successful candidate will conduct independent and collaborative research to develop and elucidate bio-physical-chemical mechanisms that regulate soil carbon sequestration, nitrogen retention, and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions mitigation in agricultural systems. The primary focus will be on understanding how soil amendments derived from bioenergy production byproducts influence soil processes and ecosystem sustainability. Key responsibilities include: Collect soil samples and set up microcosm experiments. Measure soil fluxes of carbon dioxide and nitrous oxide. Conduct metagenomic DNA extraction and shotgun sequencing. Perform bioinformatics and statistical data analyses. Prepare manuscripts and present research findings in professional meetings. Work closely with team members and help train graduate students. Other Work/Responsibilities
Design experiments, collect and analyze data, and prepare manuscripts Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free. Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered. Requirements and Preferences
Work Schedule Department Required Skills n/a Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education Ph.D. in a discipline relevant to soil carbon and nitrogen dynamics (e.g., biogeochemistry, microbiology, ecology). Experience with contemporary techniques in soil physics, chemistry, and microbiology. Excellent writing and communication skills in English Required License or Certification n/a Valid NC Driver's License required? No Commercial Driver's License Required? No Recruitment
Recruitment Details Anticipated Hiring Range commensurate with experience ($58,656 – $60,000) If you anticipate multiple hires from this search, please indicate how many NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. 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. Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). How did you learn of this opportunity?
NCSU Website NCSU Executive Search Services Monster.com CareerBuilder.com InsideHigherEd.com Other Online Job Board Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide Job / Career Fair The Chronicle of Higher Education HERC Professional Journal Print Advertisement (Newspaper / Periodical) Professional Organization Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter NCSU Employee Referral Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Other) Other
If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source. According to our university's regulations, a postdoctoral scholar needs to have successfully completed their terminal degree no more than 5 years from the start date of their appointment. Given this, please provide the date (MM/DD/YYYY) your terminal degree has been or will be confirmed. Required Documents Cover Letter Contact Information for References Resume/CV Optional Documents NC STATE UNIVERSITY RALEIGH, NC 27695 PHONE: (919) 515-2011
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Please attach a Cover Letter, resume/CV, and contact information for three (3) professional references. Please make sure that the information entered on the application matches what is on your resume. Position Information
Posting Number PG191578PD Position Number 00111692 Position Type Post Doc FLSA Exempt Department ID 110901 - Crop and Soil Sciences Department 110901 - Crop and Soil Sciences Position Overview
The Department of Crop and Soil Sciences encompasses varied disciplines in research, extension, and teaching. The department’s mission is to develop future leaders in crop, soil, and environmental sciences, improve crop plants and products, devise effective and sustainable crop production systems, devise effective and sustainable soil management techniques in both agriculture and urban settings; and disseminate crop, soil, and environmental science knowledge for the benefit of users and producers of food, feed turf, biofuels and fiber in North Carolina, the nation and the world. The successful candidate will conduct independent and collaborative research to develop and elucidate bio-physical-chemical mechanisms that regulate soil carbon sequestration, nitrogen retention, and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions mitigation in agricultural systems. The primary focus will be on understanding how soil amendments derived from bioenergy production byproducts influence soil processes and ecosystem sustainability. Key responsibilities include: Collect soil samples and set up microcosm experiments. Measure soil fluxes of carbon dioxide and nitrous oxide. Conduct metagenomic DNA extraction and shotgun sequencing. Perform bioinformatics and statistical data analyses. Prepare manuscripts and present research findings in professional meetings. Work closely with team members and help train graduate students. Other Work/Responsibilities
Design experiments, collect and analyze data, and prepare manuscripts Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free. Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered. Requirements and Preferences
Work Schedule Department Required Skills n/a Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education Ph.D. in a discipline relevant to soil carbon and nitrogen dynamics (e.g., biogeochemistry, microbiology, ecology). Experience with contemporary techniques in soil physics, chemistry, and microbiology. Excellent writing and communication skills in English Required License or Certification n/a Valid NC Driver's License required? No Commercial Driver's License Required? No Recruitment
Recruitment Details Anticipated Hiring Range commensurate with experience ($58,656 – $60,000) If you anticipate multiple hires from this search, please indicate how many NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. 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. Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). How did you learn of this opportunity?
NCSU Website NCSU Executive Search Services Monster.com CareerBuilder.com InsideHigherEd.com Other Online Job Board Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide Job / Career Fair The Chronicle of Higher Education HERC Professional Journal Print Advertisement (Newspaper / Periodical) Professional Organization Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter NCSU Employee Referral Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Other) Other
If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source. According to our university's regulations, a postdoctoral scholar needs to have successfully completed their terminal degree no more than 5 years from the start date of their appointment. Given this, please provide the date (MM/DD/YYYY) your terminal degree has been or will be confirmed. Required Documents Cover Letter Contact Information for References Resume/CV Optional Documents NC STATE UNIVERSITY RALEIGH, NC 27695 PHONE: (919) 515-2011
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