Division:

College of Agriculture Department:

Agricultural Science Number of hours per week: 37.5 Months per year: Fiscal (12 months)

Campus:

Other If other location, please indicate:

TSU Nursery Research Center Position Number:

121235

Advertised Salary:

60,000

Pay Basis:

Monthly Job Description Position Summary A post-doctoral researcher position is available for a project focused on sustainable production practices in field-grown nursery crops. The role includes development of innovative micro-irrigation strategies, optimizing nutrient inputs, and integrated weed management practices for woody ornamental crop production. The successful candidate will be involved in field-based research in Tennessee nurseries, collaborate with faculty at Tennessee State University and partner universities, and participate in extension activities. The position is grant-funded for a 2-year period. Duties and Responsibilities Conduct field-based research focused on plant responses to irrigation, fertilizers, and soil amendments Design, implementation, and management of experiments to evaluate plant growth, plant stress, soil moisture, soil nutrient status, and weed control efficacy Data collection, organization, and analysis using appropriate statistical methods Preparation of manuscripts to be submitted for peer-reviewed scientific journals, extension publications, and technical reports Present research findings at scientific conferences and extension meetings Assist with supervision of graduate students, interns and hourly employees in the program Assist with grant management Be able to operate a vehicle to collect samples from field studies Be able to operate farm equipment (tractors, planters, bush hog mowers, etc.) or willing to learn. Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds Minimum Qualifications Ph. D. in horticulture, agronomy, weed science, or related field Experience conducting field-based research in perennial woody crops (nursery or orchard) or agronomic crops Experience working with soil/plant/environmental monitoring tools (data loggers, sensors, associated software, etc.) Strong quantitative, analytical, and scientific writing skills including previously published articles in peer-reviewed journals Ability to obtain and maintain a Tennessee Pesticide Applicator license Valid U.S. driver's license and ability to travel to research sites in Tennessee Special Instructions to Applicants Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a criminal background check as mandated by Tennessee State University. Official transcripts for positions which require a post-secondary undergraduate degree, advanced degree and/or certification must be presented upon hire. An unofficial transcript may be attached in the "Transcript" section. You will be required to provide names and contact information for three references during your application to the posting. If you are the recommended candidate for the position, our online hiring system will automatically generate solicitation for these letters using contact information you provided.

Close Date:

10/01/2026 Benefits Tennessee State University offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package that includes annual leave (vacation), sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, flexible benefits plans and more.

Quick Link:

https://jobs.tnstate.edu/postings/11032

Minimum References Required:

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