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Work type:Faculty/Academic Staff
Major Administrative Unit / College: College Of Agriculture And Nat Resources
Department: Kellogg Biological Station Ag Nat Res 10002500
Sub Area: FAS- Fac./Acad Staff
Salary: Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location:Hickory Corners
Categories:Agriculture, Research/Scientific, Fixed Term Academic Staff, Full Time (90-100%), Non-Union

Position : A research associate (postdoctoral position) is available in the Soil Health and Ecosystem Ecology Lab directed by Dr. Christine Sprunger at Michigan State University’s Kellogg Biological Station. The postdoc will be involved in projects within the KBS Long-Term Ecological Research Trial and KBS Long-Term Agroecosystem Trial . A primary aim of these trials is to assess how aspects of perenniality, crop diversification, and novel conservation practices like prairie strips impact soil biological, chemical, and physical health. The postdoctoral researcher will 1) assess key linkages between soil health indicators and ecosystem services across these contrasting agroecosystems and 2) explore the relationship between soil food webs and soil health. While some field and laboratory work may be needed to complete these projects, the research associate will be encouraged to work with historical datasets associated with these trials to address a range of questions.   

Start Date and Salary: The postdoctoral appointment is for one year, with extension contingent on grant renewal and/or securing external funds. Start date will be near January – March 2023. The position includes a competitive salary and benefits.

The Soil Health and Ecosystem Ecology Lab (www.sprungerlab.com ): The successful candidate will have the opportunity to engage in a wide range of projects surrounding soil health, nematology, global change biology, and socio-ecological research involving farmer collaborations and soil health outreach. Our lab is a supportive environment that fosters opportunities for members to gain new skillsets in nematology and soil ecology. We also pride ourselves as being an inclusive lab open to all individuals regardless of cultural backgrounds, race, orientation, or ethnicity.

Postdoctoral development: KBS has a vibrant postdoctoral community and is committed to postdoctoral career development and success. The successful candidate will have professional development opportunities in the form of teaching, grant writing, public communication, and collaborative writing for peer review publications. There will also be ample opportunities to mentor undergraduates through the NSF funded REU program at KBS. Dr. Sprunger will also work closely with the successful candidate to define career goals and to craft project outputs to help meet those defined goals.

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.

Doctorate -Soil Science, Ecology, Agriculture or related

PhD in appropriate field, and strong oral and written communication skills

Additional desired qualifications include Strong quantitative skillset, desire to work as a team, and interest in gaining skills in soil health and soil ecology.

Please submit:

1)CV

2) Cover Letter

3) Names and contact info for 3 references

4) Two publications

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Review of applications will begin on, and will continue until the position has been filled.

12/01/2022

kbs.msu.edu

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Advertised:Oct 27, 2022 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:Oct 27, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time