Post Doctoral Fellow
University of Arkansas
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Division of Agriculture of the University of ArkansasThe University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus, with faculty based on University campuses, at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas county. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service (CES), and is home to more than 1400 employees. The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the Vice-President for Agriculture. The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration. As an employer, the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.
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AES | SOIL | Soil Testing
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Summary of Job Duties:
A postdoctoral research scholar position is available with the Modernizing Fertilizer Recommendations: Fertilizer Recommendation Support Tool, or “FRST”, initiative. This project has developed a relational database that archives soil-test correlation and calibration data, as well as a web-based decision aid that provides consistent, transparent, and science-based decision support for nutrient recommendations across the USA for major crops. This position will involve working with a team of land grant university and USDA scientists involved in the FRST project with specific responsibilities of the collection, curation, and addition of relevant data from published and unpublished soil-test correlation-calibration trials, performing QA/QC of collaborator data, participate in working groups executing FRST activities, perform statistics on soil test correlation and calibration datasets, and develop presentations and manuscripts for publication. This postdoctoral research scholar will work closely with the programmer to ensure the integrity of the database. We also expect this position to help maintain the FRST website (soiltestfrst.org), develop grant proposals, assist collaborators in collating and publishing data, mine the FRST database to develop manuscripts on soil test correlation, and facilitate FRST activities. A valid driver’s license is required as driving and overnight travel may be required.
The successful candidate will work as part of a coalition lead by University of Arkansas, NC State University, Penn State University, Utah State University, University of Minnesota, and USDA-ARS. The Post-Doctoral Associate position is located in Fayetteville, AR.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
A Ph.D. in Soil Science or a closely related discipline with relevant experience and knowledge in soil fertility, soil chemistry, and plant nutrition. Candidates should have a working knowledge or experience with soil test correlation/calibration and demonstrable statistical experience. The candidate must have excellent written and oral communication skills with a demonstrated ability to communicate with faculty engaged in soil testing.
Preferred Skills:
Use of relational database systems, and knowledge of data management, literature review techniques, and data mining.
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No Background Check RequiredThe University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment. The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a consistent, non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law.
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