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Tamus

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Dallas, TX

College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University * Texas A&M Forest Service * Texas ... Implement AI approaches for crop sensing, growth analysis, stress monitoring, and interpreting ...

University of Missouri

Post Doctoral Fellow

Columbia, MO · On-site

$46K - $63K/yr

The Postdoctoral fellow will advance cropping systems research at the University of Missouri Plant ... This is a two-year position focused on advancing crop production and physiology through field ...

LSU AgCenter

Faculty Department:LSUAG PL1 - Department of Plant Pathology and Crop Physiology (Lawrence E ... postdoctoral experience (ABD candidates will be considered). Candidates with a strong proficiency ...

Louisiana State University

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Louisiana Workforce Commission

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As of Jun 25, 2026, the average yearly pay for postdoctoral crop science 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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As a Postdoctoral Crop Scientist, you’ll often collaborate on multidisciplinary projects that may involve genetics, agronomy, soil science, and data analysis. It’s common to work alongside senior researchers, graduate students, and sometimes industry partners to address challenges like crop yield improvement, disease resistance, or sustainable farming practices. These collaborations typically require regular communication, shared data analysis, and co-authorship of publications, helping you develop both technical and teamwork skills. Engaging in such projects not only broadens your expertise but also expands your professional network, which can be valuable for future career advancement.

What are Postdoctoral Crop Scientists?

Postdoctoral Crop Scientists are researchers who have completed their doctoral degrees and are engaged in advanced studies and research related to crop science. They typically work in universities, government agencies, or private industry to improve crop yield, resistance to pests and diseases, and sustainable farming practices. Their work often involves conducting experiments, publishing scientific papers, and collaborating with other scientists or agricultural professionals. Postdoctoral positions are usually temporary and serve as a stepping stone to permanent academic or research-focused careers.

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To thrive as a Postdoctoral Crop Scientist, you need an advanced degree (Ph.D.) in crop science or a related field, with strong expertise in experimental design, data analysis, and plant biology. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, statistical analysis software (such as R or SAS), and molecular biology techniques is typically required. Excellent problem-solving abilities, collaboration, and scientific communication skills help you stand out in this research-intensive role. These skills and qualifications are essential for conducting high-quality research, publishing impactful findings, and contributing to advancements in agricultural science.
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Postdoctoral Research Associate

Tamus

Dallas, TX

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Job Title

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Agency

Texas A&M Agrilife Research

Department

Dallas

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Dallas, 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

Texas A&M AgriLife Research - Dallas Center (https://dallas.tamu.edu/) is seeking a highly motivated individual to join the Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) Engineering Lab as a Postdoctoral Research Associate. The candidate will primarily work in one or more of the following areas: computer vision, AI-driven automation, and/or robotics for greenhouses and vertical farming systems. The successful candidate will focus on robot hardware development, automation system design, machine vision, and intelligent control, supported by physics-based simulation and AI-enabled methods. The position involves hands-on work with robotic platforms, sensors, actuators, and embedded systems, as well as system-level testing and deployment. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Responsibilities

  • Design, build, and integrate robotic and automated systems, including end-effectors, manipulators, and sensor-actuator networks.

  • Lead mechanical, electrical, and mechatronic design activities, including CAD design, prototyping, fabrication, and system assembly.

  • Integrate sensors and embedded hardware (e.g., cameras, depth sensors, environmental sensors, motor drivers, microcontrollers) into robotic platforms and automated systems.

  • Implement AI approaches for crop sensing, growth analysis, stress monitoring, and interpreting plant-environment interactions for intelligent climate control.

  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to design and execute research studies, perform data collection and analysis, and contribute to high-impact publications.

  • Present research findings through presentations at scientific conferences and stakeholder meetings.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. in Agricultural, Biosystems, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field.

  • Strong background in robotics, automation, and mechatronic systems.

  • Demonstrated track record of peer-reviewed publications in areas such as robotics, automation, and/or embedded control systems, particularly with applications in agriculture systems.

  • Ability to multi-task and work co-operatively with others.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Hands-on experience with robotic hardware, including mobile robots, robotic arms, and automated systems.

  • Proficiency in mechanical design and prototyping (CAD, fabrication, rapid prototyping).

  • Experience with embedded systems, motor control, and sensor integration.

  • Proficiency in ROS/ROS2, Gazebo, NVIDIA Isaac Sim, or Unity for simulation and deployment.

What You Need to Know

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

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.

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

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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