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Fellow (Post Doc)\
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Department: 3670010210 NW Research Ext Center Colby\
Job no: 515028\
Employment type: Post Doc (Term)\
Location: Colby, Kansas\
Worksite: On-site requirement\
Categories: Agriculture, Research / Scientific / Grants, Crop
Production, Agronomy\
Pay Grade: 001\
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About This Role:\
The full-time Postdoctoral Research Associate will be an integral part
of the Northwest Agronomy team at the Kansas State University Northwest
Research-Extension Center, Colby, Kansas. This individual will have
leadership responsibilities for the day-to-day operations of multiple
research projects that are focused on improving nitrogen use efficiency
in dryland cropping systems and reducing nitrogen losses to N2O
greenhouse gas emissions and NH3 volatilization. These projects are part
of a DOE supported SmartFarm project and a FFAR AgMission project. This
individual will take a lead role in the analysis and publication of data
resulting from the many aspects of these projects while also being
involved in field operations.\
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In addition, the individual will have the opportunity to become involved
with a diverse set of projects that include corn, sorghum, wheat, dry
beans/pulses, cotton, and other crops in the context of dryland and
limited irrigation production systems. Opportunities for involvement
could include field operations and data collection, data processing and
analysis, publication of peer-reviewed manuscripts, and grant
submissions.\
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Expectations include self-direction and innovative problem solving;
leadership; the ability to work independently and cooperatively (inter-
and intradisciplinary); assisting the PI in writing grants, reports,
peer-reviewed journal articles, and Extension publications;
participation in professional, scientific meetings; identification and
assessment of research problems; research planning and implementation,
and dissemination of research findings at professional meetings,
Extension outputs, and various media outlets.\
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Why Join Us:\
This position offers a unique opportunity for a candidate to grow not
only scientific skills, but to gain experience in a multi-disciplinary,
off-campus environment working directly with farmers in developing
improved management techniques; communicating science to practitioners
through Extension; and gain experience in leading applied field
research.\
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We Support Diversity and Inclusion:\
Kansas State University embraces diversity and inclusion. The university
actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial environment and
cooperative interactions with coworkers, students, and others. The
University is dedicated to promoting the Principles of
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What You\'ll Need to Succeed:\
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in soil fertility, agronomy, or closely related plant or soil
science discipline
- Two years\' experience in soil fertility, agronomy, or closely
related plant science discipline
- Experience in field research methods
- Good verbal and written skills in English,
- Experience in experimental design, data processing, QA/QC,
statistical analysis, and presentation of data
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Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience or knowledge of Great Plains / High Plains agriculture
- Experience with mechanized field operations (planting, harvest,
etc.)
- Experience in calibrating, validating, and using computer simulation
models applicable soils and or crop production.
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Other Requirements:
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United
States at the time of employment.
- Valid driver\'s license.
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How to Apply:\
Please submit the following documents:
- Letter of interest
- Resume or CV
- Contact information of three professional references
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Screening of Applications Begins:\
Immediately and continues until the position is filled.\
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Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:\
\$47,476-\$65,000\
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Equal Employment Opportunity:\
Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals
with disabilities and protected veterans and actively seeks diversity
among its employees.\
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Background Screening Statement:\
In connection with your application for employment, Kansas State
University will procure a Background Screen on you as part of the
process of considering your candidacy as an employee.\
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Advertised: Dec 21, 2023\
Application Closes: Open until filled\
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To apply, visit
https://careers.k-state.edu/cw/en-us/job/515028/fellow-post-doc\
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