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The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus, with faculty based on University campuses, at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas county. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service (CES), and is home to more than 1400 employees. The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the Vice-President for Agriculture. The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration. As an employer, the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.
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Department:AES | SOIL | Soil Testing
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This position will involve working with a team of land grant university and USDA scientists (>100) involved in the FRST project with specific responsibilities of the collection, curation, and addition of relevant data from published and unpublished soil-test correlation-calibration trials, performing QA/QC of collaborator data, participating in laboratory trials, performing statistics on soil test correlation and calibration datasets, and developing presentations and manuscripts for publication. This postdoctoral research scholar will work closely with the programmer to ensure the integrity of the database. We also expect this position to help maintain the FRST website (soiltestfrst.org), work on a user survey, and help develop and facilitate other FRST activities. A valid driver's license is required as driving and overnight travel may be required.
The successful candidate will work as part of a coalition led by the University of Arkansas, NC State University, Penn State University, Utah State University, University of Minnesota, and USDA-ARS. The Post-Doctoral Fellow position is located in Fayetteville, AR.Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
A Ph.D. in Soil Science or a closely related discipline with a focus on soil fertility with experience in soil chemistry, plant nutrition, and especially soil testing. Candidates should have a working knowledge or experience with soil test correlation/calibration research and demonstrable statistical experience. The candidate must have excellent written and oral communication skills with a demonstrated ability to communicate with faculty engaged in soil testing.
Preferred Skills:
Use of relational database systems, and knowledge of data management, literature review techniques, and data mining.
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Recruitment Contact Information:
Associate VP for Agriculture, Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station
Professor & Director of Soil Testing
c/o Lisa Turner
1366 West Altheimer Drive
Fayetteville, AR 72704
(479) 502-9804
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Motor Vehicle Reports CheckThe University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment. The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a consistent, non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:Feeling, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, TalkingFrequent Physical Activity:Driving, Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, PushingOccasional Physical Activity:Balancing, Climbing, Crawling, Reaching, StoopingBenefits Eligible:YesThe University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to age, race, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.