Post Doctoral Scholar

The Ohio State University
Columbus Campus
1mo ago

Full-Time
Hybrid

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Job Title:

Post Doctoral Scholar

Department:

FAES | School of Environment and Natural Resources

The School of Environment and Natural Resources at The Ohio State University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar to support research activities on two federally funded USDA Sustainable Agriculture Systems grants. This full‑time, term‑appointed position is based on the Columbus campus (Kottman Hall) with a hybrid work arrangement. Must be Ohio resident to work remotely.

The Postdoctoral Scholar will play a key role in designing and implementing research protocols, leading data collection and analysis, producing peer‑reviewed publications, and mentoring graduate and undergraduate students contributing to the projects.

Primary Responsibilities

Design research protocols to support funded project objectives
Conduct scoping and/or systematic literature reviews as needed
Oversee and participate in data collection activities, including survey administration
Analyze qualitative and/or quantitative data and lead manuscript development for publication
Mentor and supervise two PhD students and undergraduate researchers supporting project activities
Collaborate with faculty investigators and project stakeholders to ensure timely progress on grant deliverables

Duties Breakdown

25% – Research design and literature reviews
25% – Data collection and survey administration
25% – Data analysis and manuscript writing
25% – Mentoring graduate and undergraduate researchers in the lab

Minimum Required Qualifications

PhD in a relevant discipline (e.g., environmental science, natural resources, agriculture, sustainability, or a closely related field)

Additional Information:

Location:

Kottman Hall (0340)

Position Type:

Term (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours:

Shift:

First Shift

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