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Postdoctoral Associate

Blacksburg, VA

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Postdoctoral Research Associate

Vernon, TX

Position Information The Postdoctoral Research Associate will assist the project leader (Associate Professor/Geospatial Hydrologist) in research projects related to the development and evaluation of ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for postdoctoral hydrology 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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A Postdoctoral Hydrology position typically involves designing and conducting field studies, analyzing complex hydrological data, and developing or refining computational models to simulate water movement and quality. You may also be responsible for writing research papers, preparing grant proposals, and presenting findings at conferences or to project partners. Collaboration is common with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, geologists, ecologists, and policymakers. Regular communication with supervisors and contribution to group meetings or research seminars are also part of the role, providing valuable opportunities for feedback and professional development.

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

To thrive as a Postdoctoral Hydrology, you need advanced knowledge of hydrological processes, a PhD in hydrology or a related field, and a strong background in data analysis and research methodology. Proficiency with hydrological modeling software (such as SWAT, HEC-HMS, or MODFLOW), GIS platforms, and statistical programming languages like R or Python is highly desirable. Excellent written and verbal communication, critical thinking, and project management skills will help you present findings and collaborate effectively. These competencies are crucial to advance research, publish impactful results, and contribute to solving complex water-related challenges.

What is a Postdoctoral Hydrology job?

A Postdoctoral Hydrology job is a research-focused position for individuals who have recently earned a Ph.D. in hydrology or a related field. Postdocs typically work on projects studying water movement, distribution, and quality in natural and engineered environments. They may analyze hydrological data, develop models, and contribute to scientific publications. These positions are often temporary, lasting one to three years, and are meant to help researchers gain expertise before pursuing academic, governmental, or industry roles.

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Postdoctoral Research Associate

Texas Agricultural Experiment Station

Temple, TX • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 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

The Postdoctoral Research Associate will contribute to the development and application of large-scale modeling frameworks for water resources, sediment load assessment, and land-use management. The position involves supporting hydrologic modeling research, including process-based simulations of hydrology and sediment transport, and contributing to the development of decision-support tools. The position will also develop and implement Python/R scripts to improve computational efficiency, automation, and reliability.

Responsibilities:

  • Contribute to the development and application of large-scale modeling frameworks for water resources, sediment load assessment, and land-use management; prepare and process large datasets for national-scale assessments using SWAT/SWAT+.

  • Support the analysis of sediment and turbidity data, remote sensing datasets (e.g., OpenET), within process-based modeling frameworks

  • Integrate machine learning and AI approaches with process-based models to improve calibration, particularly in ungauged watersheds.

  • Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team, including USDA Forest Service scientists, AgriLife researchers, and other partners; participate in joint research activities and manage assigned tasks effectively.

  • Perform other related duties as required.

Required Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. in Hydrology, Geology, Environmental Science/Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related disciplines with emphasis on surface hydrology, sediment transport and land use management.

  • Demonstrated publication record in hydrological/water quality/sediment transport modeling and analysis.

  • Interdisciplinary teamwork skills with researchers across different disciplines.

  • Flexibility to perform work in a team or individually with supervision.

  • Good communication, interpersonal skills, professionalism, and competency.

  • Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with SWAT/SWAT+ models for watershed assessment and land-use management.

  • Proficiency in programming or scripting languages such as Python, R, Fortran, or similar.

  • Experience with remote sensing data analysis and geographic information systems (GIS).

  • Familiarity with machine learning approaches and quantitative data analysis.

  • Strong technical writing and communication skills.

What You Need to Know

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

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

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

Copy of Degree/Transcript showing degree conferred

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