Research Fellow

Position Details Position Information Requisition Number S3064P Home Org Name Horticulture Division Name College of Agriculture Position Title Research Fellow Job Class Code HA03A/B/C Appointment Status Full-time Part-time FTE Limited Term Yes Limited Term Length 1 year; continuation contingent upon funding Job Summary This is a 1-year limited term appointment. Continuation of employment is contingent upon availability of funds. The Department of Horticulture is seeking highly qualified applicants for Research Fellow. The successful candidate will be expected to help operate and develop Dr. Daniel Wells' research program in urban and controlled environment horticulture. Current program personnel include four M.S. students, one Ph.D. student, and two Research Associates. Dr. Wells is PI or Co-PI on three nationally-funded projects and manages a program called FoodU which is a teaching, outreach, and food production program that engages undergraduate and graduate students in the campus food system. About Auburn: Auburn was named by Forbes Magazine as one of the state of Alabama's best employers, with employees staying an average of ten years. Learn more about Auburn's impact, generous employee benefits, and thriving community by visiting aub.ie/working-for-auburn. It's a Lifestyle: The Auburn/Opelika area is a page right out of Southern Living magazine with an idyllic small-town feel, perfecting a unique balance between a close-knit community and driving consistent growth and development. Paralleling the exponential growth of Auburn University, the Auburn/Opelika area boasts services and amenities that cater to any interest. We're proud of our top school systems, city services, award-winning restaurants, and the infectious spirit of life in a college town. You can find us nestled halfway between the beach and the mountains in a lower-cost-of-living area, two hours outside of Atlanta or Birmingham. If you're new to Auburn, we'd love to introduce you. If you're already acquainted with Auburn, we'll keep it simple: it's time to come home. Our Commitment: Auburn University is committed to a diverse and inclusive campus environment. Visit to learn more about our commitment to expanding equity and inclusion for all. Essential Functions Current projects in which the successful candidate will participate include developing novel techniques to improve salinity tolerance in greenhouse vegetables, plant meristem temperature manipulation in controlled environments, greenhouse tomato crop modeling, and improving water and nutrient retention in a rooftop garden substrate. Research will be conducted in greenhouses, vertical farms, growth chambers, and outdoor research plots. The successful candidate will be expected to manage personnel, co-mentor graduate students, develop research proposals, plan and execute experiments, analyze data, and publish research findings in high-quality journals. Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience: Level I: PhD in Horticulture, Aquaculture, or a closely related field; no experience required. Level II: PhD in Horticulture, Aquaculture, or a closely related field and 2 years experience in research practices and protocols. Level III: PhD in Horticulture, Aquaculture, or a closely related field and 4 years experience in research practices and protocols. Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications Minimum Skills and Abilities Experience with aquaculture, aquaponics, and hydroponics History of publishing in peer-reviewed journals Ability and desire to mentor graduate students Minimum Technology Skills General experience in word processing and spreadsheet software. Minimum License and Certifications Desired Qualifications Desired Qualifications Desired qualifications include the following: Experience teaching aquaculture, aquaponics, or hydroponics Experience with growth chambers Experience with modeling Expertise in statistical analysis Posting Detail Information Salary Range $42,700 - $92,500 Job Category Research Working Hours if Non-Traditional City position is located in: Auburn State position is located: AL List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position Posting Date 09/27/2023 Closing Date EEO Statement Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Special Instructions to Applicants Please utilize the attachment feature and attach a cover letter and resume. Only complete application materials will be accepted for review. Quick Link for Internal Postings Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents Resume Cover Letter Optional Documents Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ( ). Please select how you first became aware of this opportunity. Your response helps us determine how we can more effectively reach our candidates. 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