Postdoctoral Associate - Nutrient Management Apply now (https://secure.dc4.pageuppeople.com/apply/674/gateway/default.aspx?c=apply&lJobID=534318&lJobSourceTypeID=796&sLanguage=en-us) Job no: 534318 Work type: Post Doc Associate Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) Categories: Agricultural Sciences Department: 60210000 - AG-SOIL AND WATER SCIENCE Classification Title: Postdoctoral Associate - Nutrient Management Job Description: Postdoctoral Position Department of Soil, Water, and Ecosystem Sciences, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS), University of Florida (UF), Gainesville, Florida Nutrient management focusing on plant phosphorus bioavailability The position is a part of the UF/IFAS Fertilizer Rate and Nutrient Management Studies involving collaborators from various parts of Florida. The right candidate should have the ability to work effectively in both field and lab settings, and to lead data analysis and writing activities. The successful candidate: • must be proficient in processing and handling high volumes of soil samples, and analyzing and interpreting data using appropriate statistical analysis, and • is expected to assist in the training of graduate and undergraduate students in laboratory techniques related to the project. Expected Salary: Minimum $59,000 plus benefits Minimum Requirements: PhD in soil science with a strong background in soil chemical analyses Experience in statistical analysis Effective scientific writing as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications Preferred Qualifications: Strong soil chemistry background and expertise in best management practices with emphasis on soil phosphorus Special Instructions to Applicants: Contact (with resume): Dr. Vimala D. Nair at vdn@ufl.edu. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. Health Assessment Required:No Advertised: 20 Dec 2024 Eastern Standard Time Applications close: 03 Jan 2025 Eastern Standard Time