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Post Doctoral Research Associate Sensor-Based Irrigation Agronomy
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Position Number: 5777816
Location: Lubbock, TX
Position Type: Laboratory and Research

Post Doctoral Research Associate Sensor-Based Irrigation Agronomy
Lubbock
39205BR
Plant and Soil Science

Position Description
Performs specialized Post Doctoral work in the planning, conducting and/or supervision of original research. Responsible for participating in a research project associated with PhD studies and the interpretation of the results of publication. Work is performed under supervision of graduate faculty members with evaluation based on accomplishment of assigned objectives and overall effectiveness of project. May supervise research and student assistants.

Major/Essential Functions

Design and carry out cutting-edge hypotheses driven research by integrating ground and aerial-based moisture sensing systems/approaches.
Develop new tools or methods for enhancing water conservation both in small-scale research plots and also on producer fields.
Involve actively in extending new and innovative technology tested on research plots to producer fields across a wide range of cropping and water management systems, in different counties in west Texas.
Develop into a point of contact to deal with incoming data, data analysis and interpretation and reporting based on information generated and shared by producers as a part of the TAWC (Texas Alliance for Water Conservation) network, climate smart commodities projects and work with colleagues in the economic department to develop economic budgets using data received by the producers.
Involve actively in data analysis, interpretation and developing peer reviewed publications, draft project reports and participate in developing proposals related to water conservation and efficient irrigation management approaches.

Required Qualifications
PhD in area of project specialization. Knowledge of modern research practices, the methods, resources, and standards thereof. Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities. Ability to integrate resources, policies, and information for the determination of procedures, solutions and other outcomes. Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with other employees and the public. Ability to plan and allocate the workload of employees, providing direct training and supervision as needed.

Preferred Qualifications
PhD. in Agronomy, Crop Science, Irrigation Water Management. Ability to establish and maintain small plot research, demonstrated expertise in ground and aerial-based sensor systems related to water conservation, big data analysis, strong statistical skills, and drafting peer-reviewed publications. Experience working on small-scale research plots and on producer fields preferred.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.