Position Details Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Post Doctoral Associate
Department	SEBS - Environmental Science
Salary	Commensurate With Experience
Posting Summary	The Center for Environmental Prediction and the Department of Environmental Sciences invites applicants for the position of Postdoctoral Associate for conducting research on soil properties impacted by different land uses and management strategies. This is a grant-funded, non-tenure-earning position carrying full benefits. Successful candidates must have a Ph.D. in Soil Science or Environmental Sciences, with experience in characterizing the impact of land uses and crop production systems on soil carbon. Knowledge of soil physics and measurement and interpretation of water retention properties and aggregate stability is required. Knowledge of spatial statistics is preferred. Candidates must disseminate research findings through manuscripts and presentations. Salary will be commensurate with experience.
Position Status	Full Time
Posting Number	22FA1425
Posting Open Date
Posting Close Date

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Ph.D. in Soil Science, Environmental Science, Physics, or Chemistry; experience in characterization of the impact of land uses and crop production systems on soil properties.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Knowledge of soil physics and measurement and interpretation of water retention properties is required. Knowledge of techniques to analyze 3D images; experience with Fourier Transform Infrared Spectrometer and/or Differential Scanning Calorimeter or other techniques used to characterize soil organic carbon is preferred.
Equipment Utilized	Computers and standard laboratory equipment to measure water retention properties.
Physical Demands and Work Environment	None
Overview
Statement	This is grant-funded position. Reappointment is solely contingent upon funding and performance.

Posting Details

Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link to Posting	https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/186129
Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Cook (RU-New Brunswick)
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
Location Details	14 College Farm Road New Brunswick, NJ 08901

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