Research Associate-Fixed Term
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Job no: 1038696
Work type: Faculty/Academic Staff
Major Administrative Unit / College: College Of Agriculture And Nat Resources
Department: Water Research Institute Anr 10002916
Sub Area: FAS- Fac./Acad Staff
Salary: Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location: East Lansing
Categories: Agriculture, Fixed Term Academic Staff, Full Time (90-100%), Non-Union
Position Summary
The Institute of Water Research (IWR) at Michigan State University seeks a postdoctoral candidate to assist in water conservation projects and research. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in crop modeling, soil science, and geospatial analysis. Preference will be given to candidates who have experience with DSSAT or related crop models. IWR specializes in translating hydrologic research into accessible online decision support systems, so experience with web development, including JavaScript, ASP.NET, styling, and database management would be a bonus.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Degree
Doctorate -Crop/Soil Sciences, Ag Engineering, Natural Resources, or Other related science field
Minimum Requirements
· A Ph.D. in crop/soil sciences, agricultural engineering, natural resources, or other related science field
· Greater than one year of relevant and progressively responsible experience in crop modeling procedures, as well as conducting analytical and research techniques in a field related to the research being conducted.
· Excellent communication skills and fluent in English
Desired Qualifications
· Experience working with hydrological modeling such as SWAT, MODFLOW and HYDRUS
Required Application Materials
Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and names and contact information for at least three references.
Special Instructions
For questions, please contact iwr@msu.edu. Applicants must submit their application through the MSU Careers portal.
Review of Applications Begins On
05/15/2025
Website
https://www.canr.msu.edu/iwr/
MSU Statement
Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.
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