Research Assistant/Associate Professor (Agro-Ecology)
Prairie View A&M UniversityAbout the role
Job Title
Research Assistant/Associate Professor (Agro-Ecology)Agency
Prairie View A&M UniversityDepartment
Cooperative Agricultural Research CenterProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
Prairie View, TexasJob Type
FacultyJob Description
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The Research Assistant/Associate Professor in Agro-ecology will lead advanced research and project initiatives focused on natural resources and environmental sciences (NRES) and agricultural systems. The position requires expertise in using agro-ecological data and applying data analytics techniques to evaluate the effects of extreme weather events, anthropogenic activities, and soil amendment technologies on soil health, crop productivity, and agricultural greenhouse gas emissions. The successful candidate will be instrumental in developing smart agricultural strategies through innovative, data-driven solutions and interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance agricultural resilience and sustainability. This position may also involve teaching, advising students, and mentoring graduate research assistants.
This position is funded by a grant or restricted funds. Continued employment is contingent on the renewal of grant or restricted funding.
The salary is determined in accordance with the University’s compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates’ education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and conduct research on agricultural greenhouse gas emissions, agro-ecological variables, soil health, crop productivity, climate extremes, soil amendment technologies, and mitigation strategies.
- Apply machine learning, statistical modeling, and data analytics techniques to evaluate and predict the effects of climate change, extreme weather, and soil management practices on agricultural systems.
- Develop and submit competitive grant proposals, establish industry and research partnerships, and secure external funding to support research initiatives.
- Prepare and publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and present results at national and international conferences.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary researchers, including climatologists, agronomists, data scientists, hydrologists, and policy experts, to develop data-driven strategies for climate-resilient and sustainable agriculture.
- Develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in agroclimatology, climate modeling, machine learning applications in agriculture, and related areas. Advise, mentor, and supervise undergraduate and graduate students, graduate research assistants, and other research personnel. Participate in departmental, college, university, professional, and project-related service activities, college-wide events and professional developments.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience:
- Ph.D. in Agro-ecology, Environmental Science, Earth Science, or closely related fields.
- Minimum three years of related research experience.
- A strong research background in agroclimatology, particularly in the analysis o
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