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Tamus

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Temple, TX · On-site

College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University * Texas A&M Forest Service * Texas ... Enhancing APEX for simulating environmental and economic impacts of CAFO operations using the APEX ...

Tamus

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Temple, TX · On-site +1

College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University * Texas A&M Forest Service * Texas ... farm economics, and developing scaling-up solutions for different management scenarios. The ...

Zymtronix Catalytic Systems Inc

NY · On-site

$52 - $70/hr

Support evaluation of social, environmental, and economic tradeoffs associated with livestock ... PhD in Animal Science, Environmental Science, Agronomy, Soil Science, Agricultural Engineering, or ...

Zymtronix Catalytic Systems Inc

NY · On-site

$62.23 - $88.75/hr

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) is Cornell University's second largest college ... Support evaluation of social, environmental, and economic tradeoffs associated with livestock ...

Penn State University

Postdoctoral Scholar

Monaca, PA · On-site

$50 - $70/hr

... a Postdoctoral Scholar to join its team at the Beaver Campus in Monaca, Pennsylvania. KADC is a ... the economic viability of food animal agriculture. Responsibilities * Perform molecular ...

Penn State University

$50 - $70/hr

... a Postdoctoral Scholar to join its team at the Beaver Campus in Monaca, Pennsylvania. KADC is a ... the economic viability of food animal agriculture. Responsibilities * Perform molecular ...

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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level postdoctoral agricultural economic in the United States is $59,022.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49,000.00 and $66,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Entry level postdoctoral agricultural economists are researchers who have recently completed their Ph.D. in agricultural economics or related fields and are engaged in postdoctoral positions. They conduct research on topics such as agricultural productivity, food systems, rural development, and resource management. These positions allow them to gain further experience, publish research, and develop skills necessary for academic, government, or industry roles. Typically, they work under the supervision of senior researchers or faculty members, contributing to ongoing projects and sometimes teaching or mentoring students.

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As an entry-level postdoctoral agricultural economist, you will often engage in research projects focusing on topics like commodity market analysis, policy evaluation, or agricultural sustainability. You can expect to work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including faculty researchers, graduate students, and sometimes industry partners or government agencies. Collaboration is key, as you may contribute to grant writing, data analysis, and co-authoring publications. Regular meetings and joint seminars are common, providing ample opportunities for networking and skill development.

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To thrive as an Entry Level Postdoctoral Agricultural Economist, you need a Ph.D. in agricultural economics or a related field, with strong analytical, research, and quantitative skills. Familiarity with statistical software (such as STATA, R, or SAS), economic modeling, and data management systems is typically required. Outstanding communication, problem-solving abilities, and teamwork are vital soft skills for effectively sharing research findings and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. These skills and qualities are essential for producing impactful research, informing policy decisions, and advancing knowledge in agricultural economics.

What is the difference between Entry Level Postdoctoral Agricultural Economic vs Entry Level Agricultural Economist?

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Required CredentialsDoctoral degree in Agricultural Economics or related fieldBachelor's or Master's degree in Agricultural Economics or related field
Work EnvironmentResearch institutions, universities, government agenciesGovernment agencies, consulting firms, research organizations
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily academic and research-focused rolesPolicy analysis, economic consulting, industry research

Entry Level Postdoctoral Agricultural Economists typically hold a doctoral degree and focus on research and academic roles, while Entry Level Agricultural Economists usually have a bachelor's or master's degree and work in policy, consulting, or industry analysis. The postdoctoral position emphasizes research experience, whereas the economist role is more applied and industry-oriented.

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Postdoctoral Research Associate

Tamus

Temple, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

Job Title

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Agency

Texas A&M Agrilife Research

Department

Temple

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Temple, 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

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Agricultural, Animal, Rangeland, or Environmental Sciences

Location: Texas A&M AgriLife Research, Temple, Texas

Project: Enhancing APEX for simulating environmental and economic impacts of CAFO operations using the APEX model, funded by USDA-NRCS.

Texas A&M AgriLife Research is seeking a highly motivated and innovative Postdoctoral Research Associate to support a USDA-funded project evaluating concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs) and manure management systems using the APEX agroecosystem model. The successful candidate will contribute to the enhancement, integration, and evaluation of model components for farm-scale carbon and nitrogen cycling across various livestock and manure management practices.

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct comprehensive literature reviews and gap analyses on regenerative animal production systems, manure management in CAFOs, and C-N cycling in soils, vegetation, manure, and livestock.

  • Acquire, curate, and analyze field measurement datasets and associated environmental and economic information for model parameterization and validation.

  • Develop or enhance model algorithms simulating carbon and nutrient budgets under varying manure housing and management practices using scientific programming languages.

  • Implement newly developed modules and improvements into the APEX ecosystem simulation model.

  • Assess agroecosystem C-N cycling dynamics influenced by concentrated ruminantlivestock operations and changing environmental conditions.

  • Evaluate and refine the performance of the enhanced model across various dairy systems and livestock/grazing management scenarios.

  • Document model development processes and disseminate research findings through peer-reviewed publications and technical reports.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. in Agricultural Sciences, Animal Science, Rangeland Management, Environmental Sciences, or a closely related discipline.

  • Demonstrated record of peer-reviewed publications.

  • Experience in designing, analyzing, and interpreting data from field studies.

  • Strong project management and technical writing capabilities.

  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

  • Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Proficient understanding of factors governing carbon and nitrogen cycling in farm-scale CAFO operations.

  • Prior experience with process-based models such as EPIC, APEX, RUFAS, BCSM, GLEAM, or similar simulation frameworks.

  • Proficiency in scientific programming (e.g., Python, Fortran) for data processing, model development, and computational analysis.

What You Need to Know

Salary: Compensation for this position is commensurate based on the selected candidate's qualifications.

Position Funding: This position is contingents on performance and availability of funding. Continuation of the position is contingent upon ongoing funding.

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.

Required Documents: CV/ resume, cover letter, list of references, and certifications/ additional documentation, if applicable.

Why Work at Texas A&M AgriLife?

When you choose toworkfor 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 leaveand at leasteight hours of paid vacation each month

  • Automatic enrollment in theTeacher Retirement System of Texas

  • Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife

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