Postdoctoral Research Associate

PURPOSE :

The Postdoctoral Research Associate will contribute to the research and implementation of a Climate-Smart Productive Alley Cropping System (PACS) at Lincoln University. This role focuses on enhancing farm resilience, promoting sustainable agricultural practices, and supporting historically underserved farmers in Missouri.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, & RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Plan and implement research activities related to soil health, carbon storage, and crop productivity within alley cropping systems.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data for detailed reports and presentations.
• Write manuscripts for peer-reviewed publications.
• Develop educational materials and conduct workshops aimed at training farmers and extension agents on best management practices for alley cropping systems.
• Assist in the coordination of project activities to ensure timely completion of milestones and deliverables.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS :

PREFERRD QUALIFICATIONS :

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is

subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of Lincoln University. Since

no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of

a job, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the

changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder's responsibility.