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Tennessee State University lists this Post-doctoral Researcher opportunity in nashville, Tennessee. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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Position Information
Position Title
Post-doctoral Researcher
Division
College of Agriculture
Department
Agricultural Science
Number of hours per week
37.5
Days to be worked
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Months per year
Fiscal (12 months)
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Job Type
Full-Time
Campus
Other
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TSU Nursery Research Center
Position Number
Advertised Salary
60,000
Pay Basis
Monthly
Job Description
Position Summary
A post-doctoral researcher position is available for a project focused on sustainable production practices in field-grown nursery crops. The role includes development of innovative micro-irrigation strategies, optimizing nutrient inputs, and integrated weed management practices for woody ornamental crop production. The successful candidate will be involved in field-based research in Tennessee nurseries, collaborate with faculty at Tennessee State University and partner universities, and participate in extension activities. The position is grant-funded for a 2-year period.
Duties and Responsibilities
Conduct field-based research focused on plant responses to irrigation, fertilizers, and soil amendments
Design, implementation, and management of experiments to evaluate plant growth, plant stress, soil moisture, soil nutrient status, and weed control efficacy
Data collection, organization, and analysis using appropriate statistical methods
Preparation of manuscripts to be submitted for peer-reviewed scientific journals, extension publications, and technical reports
Present research findings at scientific conferences and extension meetings
Assist with supervision of graduate students, interns and hourly employees in the program
Assist with grant management
Be able to operate a vehicle to collect samples from field studies
Be able to operate farm equipment (tractors, planters, bush hog mowers, etc.) or willing to learn. Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds
Minimum Qualifications Ph.D. in horticulture, agronomy, weed science, or related field
Experience conducting field-based research in perennial woody crops (nursery or orchard) or agronomic crops
Experience working with soil/plant/environmental monitoring tools (data loggers, sensors, associated software, etc.)
Strong quantitative, analytical, and scientific writing skills including previously published articles in peer-reviewed journals
Ability to obtain and maintain a Tennessee Pesticide Applicator license
Valid U.S. driver's license and ability to travel to research sites in Tennessee
Special Instructions to Applicants
Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a criminal background check as mandated by Tennessee State University.
Official transcripts for positions which require a post-secondary undergraduate degree, advanced degree and/or certification must be presented upon hire.
An unofficial transcript may be attached in the "Transcript" section.
You will be required to provide names and contact information for three references during your application to the posting. If you are the recommended candidate for the position, our online hiring system will automatically generate solicitation for these letters using contact information you provided.
Open Date
08/27/2026
Close Date
10/01/2026
Job Category
Administrative/Professional
Requisition Number
Benefits
Tennessee State University offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package that includes annual leave (vacation), sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, flexible benefits plans and more.
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Worksite address
nashville, TN, 37247, US
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