The University of Tennessee, Knoxville Hiring for Research Associate – Biosystems Engineering & Soil Sciences (UTIA) at Knoxville, TN Full Time

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE – Biosystems Engineering & Soil Science (UTIA)

AREA OF RESEARCH:             Assessment of Soil Health in Managed Cropping Systems

JOB DESCRIPTION:                  This position is to work mainly as a laboratory-based researcher to conduct soil health analysis. The selected candidate is expected to analyze a range of soil properties, organize and analyze the data, prepare reports, attend meetings, and discuss the findings with collaborators. We are looking for an energetic, focused, and detailed oriented candidate with strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Occasional travel to collect field samples and attend meetings is required. This is a federally funded project, so the position will be terminated with the cessation of the funding.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Undergraduate degree in Environmental Science, Soil Science, or Biology. 1-2 years of experience working in a soil laboratory is required. Masters degree in lieu of experience is considered. Strong oral and written communication skills, excellent work ethic, ability to work independently and collaboratively, interest in training undergraduate students, demonstrated skills in analytical instrumentations, and a valid driver license are also required.

LOCATION

Department of Biosystems Engineering and Soil Science (BESS), University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN. The research associate will be supervised by Dr.

Sindhu Jagadamma (Jagadamma Lab).The University of Tennessee-Knoxville is the state’s flagship research institution and is an Equal Opportunity

Affirmative Action employer, located in East Tennessee close to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The Department of Biosystems Engineering

and Soil Science comprises an energetic group of faculty members engaging in multi-disciplinary research and is especially interested in candidates who can

contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching and service. 

START DATE

September 18, 2023, or until a suitable candidate is selected.

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants should submit a letter of interest, CV, copies of transcripts and contact information of two references to online at Click Here to Apply 

For more details about the position, contact Dr. Sindhu Jagadamma (email: [email protected])

Job: Research Professional
Primary Location: US-Tennessee-knoxville
Organization: Biosys Eng & Soil Science-Res
Schedule: Full-time
Job Posting: Aug 22, 2023, 2:03:04 PM