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Auburn University
Post Doctoral Fellow 2026 Pool
Career Insights for Soil / Plant Scientist
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What they do
A Soil or Plant Scientist studies soil composition and nutrition, the impact of soil treatment practices on plant or crop growth, and soil conservation and management methods relevant to farming and forestry.
$72,615 / year median in Alabama
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Salary Range:
- USD $45,000.00/Yr. - USD $70,000.00/Yr.
Locations:
- Auburn University, AL
Job Type:
- Faculty
Position Type:
- Full-Time
Department:
- AG Administration (
Orgn:
120000)Associated Division:
- College of Agriculture
Req ID:
- 8521
- Overview
- The College of Agriculture at Auburn University located in Auburn, Alabama, http://www.
- Responsibilities
- We are seeking applications from individuals with a PhD in one of the following areas at the time employment begins: Agricultural Economics; Animal Sciences; Crop, Soil and Environmental Sciences; Biosystems/Agricultural Engineering; Entomology; Fisheries, Aquaculture and Aquatic Sciences; Food Science; Horticulture; Plant Pathology; Poultry Science; and Rural Sociology or related fields.
- Qualifications
- A PhD in one of the areas of expertise listed above at the time employment begins. The successful candidate must possess excellent written and interpersonal communication skills. The candidate selected for the positions must meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment.
- Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Review of applications will begin April 28, 2026 and continue throughout the year as positions become available. Please attach the following via the on-line application system: 1)letter of interest, 2)current vita, 3)Statement of Research Goals, and 4) copies of all transcripts. Only complete application materials will be considered.
- Contract Type
- Limited Term
- Why Work at Auburn?
- + •
Life-Changing Impact:
- Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world. +
Culture of Excellence:
- We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education. +
- We're Here for
You:
- Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance. +
Sweet Home Alabama:
- The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches. +
- A Place for
Everyone:
- Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
- Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!
- Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement
- It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law.