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Job date: 2018-04-28
End Date: 2018-05-10
Company : North Carolina State University. Country : United States Role : Postdoc
Job date: 2018-04-28
End Date: 2018-05-10
Company : North Carolina State University. Country : United States Role : Postdoc
Job Description:
The incumbent is primarily responsible for executing the development a “decision support tool” for farmers. This decision support tool is an integrated decision aid based upon years of cover crop research in multiple US regions and will require advanced understanding of farm inputs. The incumbent is responsible for working with the regional cover crop councils to compile existing cover crop data for meta-analysis, development of decision support tools, and coordination with web-app developers. The focus will be on cover crop seeding rate, economic, and nutrient and water management decision support tools. Incumbent working in a team setting will conduct assigned research, and prepare scientific reports and manuscripts. This research is a component of ARS National Program. The end result of the incumbent’s work will be a web-based app that integrates cover crop knowledge from around the US and allows farmers to select their potential cover crop based on information they can provide. The incumbent will also be responsible for developing new research questions about cover crops based on farmer input after using the decision support tool. Other Work/Responsibilities: The incumbent will also be responsible for the execution of the analysis, evaluation, and interpretation of large data sets and for preparing reports in forms of manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at scientific meetings. Minimum Experience/Education: Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate (e.g., M.D., D.V.M., Sc.D.) in appropriate field awarded no more than five (5) years from initial date of postdoctoral appointment. Departmental Required Skills:
Additional Info:
Required License or Certification: N/A Special Instructions Job Open Date: 04/27/2018 Must Be Open Until Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time. 05/10/2018 Is this position partially or fully funded on ARRA stimulus monies? No Proposed Hire Date: 05/15/2018 AA/EOE NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. If highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree verified at www.wes.org. Degree must be obtained prior to start date. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. [Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]
The incumbent is primarily responsible for executing the development a “decision support tool” for farmers. This decision support tool is an integrated decision aid based upon years of cover crop research in multiple US regions and will require advanced understanding of farm inputs. The incumbent is responsible for working with the regional cover crop councils to compile existing cover crop data for meta-analysis, development of decision support tools, and coordination with web-app developers. The focus will be on cover crop seeding rate, economic, and nutrient and water management decision support tools. Incumbent working in a team setting will conduct assigned research, and prepare scientific reports and manuscripts. This research is a component of ARS National Program. The end result of the incumbent’s work will be a web-based app that integrates cover crop knowledge from around the US and allows farmers to select their potential cover crop based on information they can provide. The incumbent will also be responsible for developing new research questions about cover crops based on farmer input after using the decision support tool. Other Work/Responsibilities: The incumbent will also be responsible for the execution of the analysis, evaluation, and interpretation of large data sets and for preparing reports in forms of manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at scientific meetings. Minimum Experience/Education: Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate (e.g., M.D., D.V.M., Sc.D.) in appropriate field awarded no more than five (5) years from initial date of postdoctoral appointment. Departmental Required Skills:
- PhD in Biological Sciences, Computer Sciences, or a related field.
- Professional knowledge of computational biology, bioinformatics, computer science, engineering, agronomy, or related field.
- Strong analytical skills, experience conducting meta-analysis, working with large data sets, and writing manuscripts.
- Must be comfortable working in diverse teams, have strong communication skills and organization.
- Experience with large data sets, bioinformatics training.
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Required License or Certification: N/A Special Instructions Job Open Date: 04/27/2018 Must Be Open Until Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time. 05/10/2018 Is this position partially or fully funded on ARRA stimulus monies? No Proposed Hire Date: 05/15/2018 AA/EOE NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. If highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree verified at www.wes.org. Degree must be obtained prior to start date. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. [Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]