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Postdoctoral Extension Associate

Corpus Christi, TX

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Job Title Postdoctoral Extension Associate Agency Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service Department Agricultural Economics Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Corpus Christi, Texas Job ...

Texas A&M AgriLife

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Temple, TX · On-site

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Job Title Postdoctoral Research Associate Agency Texas A&M Agrilife Research Department Temple ... Enhancing APEX for simulating environmental and economic impacts of CAFO operations using the APEX ...

Texas A&M AgriLife

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Dallas, TX · On-site

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... economic factors. The IHA unites experts from various fields such as agriculture, nutrition ... This Postdoctoral Research Associate position will play an active role in research, including ...

Tamus

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Dallas, TX

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... economic factors. The IHA unites experts from various fields such as agriculture, nutrition ... This Postdoctoral Research Associate position will play an active role in research, including ...

Tamus

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Temple, TX · On-site +1

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Job Title Postdoctoral Research Associate Agency Texas A&M Agrilife Research Department Temple ... Enhancing APEX for simulating environmental and economic impacts of CAFO operations using the APEX ...

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How much do economic postdoctoral jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for economic postdoctoral in Texas is $54,988.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,700.00 and $62,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an economic postdoctoral?

An Economic Postdoctoral job is a temporary research position for individuals who have recently earned a Ph.D. in economics or a related field. It typically involves conducting independent or collaborative research, publishing academic papers, and contributing to ongoing projects. Postdocs may also have teaching responsibilities, depending on the institution. These positions help scholars gain additional expertise, expand their research portfolio, and prepare for academic or industry careers.

What are the typical career paths or advancement opportunities after completing an economic postdoctoral position?

After completing an Economic Postdoctoral position, individuals often transition into tenure-track faculty roles at universities, research positions at think tanks, or policy analyst roles in government agencies and international organizations. The postdoc experience provides valuable opportunities to build a research portfolio, expand professional networks, and enhance publication records, all of which are key to securing more permanent positions. Many postdoctoral researchers also gain experience mentoring students, collaborating with senior scholars, and managing grant projects, further preparing them for leadership or independent research roles. While competition can be significant, the role serves as an essential stepping stone for advancing in academia or applied economic research careers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the economic postdoctoral position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Economic Postdoctoral, you need an advanced degree (typically a Ph.D.) in economics or a closely related field, strong analytical skills, and experience with quantitative research methods. Familiarity with statistical software such as Stata, R, or Python, and the ability to manage large datasets, are commonly necessary technical qualifications. Effective communication, collaborative teamwork, and adaptability are valuable soft skills for presenting research findings and working within academic or policy-oriented environments. These skills are critical for producing high-quality research, publishing in academic journals, and contributing to impactful economic projects.

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Infographic showing various Economic Postdoctoral job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,988 per year, or $26.4 per hour.

Postdoctoral Extension Associate

The Texas A&M University System

Corpus Christi, TX • On-site

Full-time

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Job description

Job Title
Postdoctoral Extension Associate
Agency
Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service
Department
Agricultural Economics
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Corpus Christi, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
About Texas A&M AgriLife
Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members:
  • Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
  • Texas A&M AgriLife Research
  • College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University
  • Texas A&M Forest Service
  • Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory

As the nation's largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.
Click here to learn more about how you can be a part of AgriLife and make a difference in the world!
Position Information
We are seeking a Postdoctoral Extension Associate will conduct applied economic and financial research in agricultural economics. The focus will be on U.S. beef production, particularly cow-calf and stocker enterprises. The Postdoctoral extension associate will help modernize and extend the Beef Cattle Standardized Performance Analysis (SPA) platform. The position blends scholarship (peer-reviewed publications, grant writing, data pipelines) with high-impact extension (producer workshops, briefs, and decision tools) in partnership with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension. The ideal candidate is an independent, team-oriented researcher with strong quantitative skills and a passion for translating analytics into on-ranch decisions.
Responsibilities:
  • Develop research and submit papers on economic and financial analysis of livestock and agricultural production.
  • Work in the development and improvement of the Beef Cattle Standard Performance Analysis (SPA).
  • Participate in extension activities, traveling to workshops, and assisting producers in the use of SPA.
  • Analyze databases and write extension briefs.
  • Collaborate in managing, organizing, and maintaining datasets.
  • Cooperate in writing grant proposals.

Required Qualifications:
  • Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness, Animal Science, and related fields.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience in optimization methods and/or efficiency analysis (DEA, stochastic frontier, dynamic optimization).
  • Experience with production function estimation, panel data econometrics, and risk analysis.
  • Familiarity with U.S. cattle production systems
  • Familiarity with extension programs.
  • Expertise in the economics and financial analysis of beef production, especially cow-calf and stocker sectors.
  • Evidence of peer-reviewed research (published, accepted, or strong working papers).

Required Skills & Abilities:
  • Ability to independently research, meets deadlines, and manage multiple projects.
  • Ability to clearly communicate; able to translate analytics into actionable guidance for producers.
  • Collaborative teammate comfortable working across research, extension, and industry partners.
  • Strong writing skills for both academic and producer audiences.
  • Proficient in managing, cleaning, imputing, and analyzing datasets.

What You Need to Know
Employment Location and Work Environment - Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Center - Corpus Christi, TX.
Full-time on site; field travel across Texas as needed.
Candidate must be able to obtain work authorization in the US by the start date.
Why Work at Texas A&M AgriLife?
When you choose to work for Texas A&M AgriLife, you become part of an organization that is an established leader in agriculture and life sciences with a wide range of capabilities to meet the needs of our statewide, national, and international constituents.
In addition, Texas A&M AgriLife offers a comprehensive benefit package including the following:
  • Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
  • 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
  • Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
  • Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
  • Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife

Applicant Instructions
Applications received by Texas A&M AgriLife must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
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