Post Doctoral Fellow 2026 Pool

Overview

The College of Agriculture at Auburn University located in Auburn, Alabama (www.ag.auburn.edu) is seeking candidates for the position Post-Doctoral Fellow in various disciplines of agricultural sciences. Positions are available for a minimum period of one year for a 12-month appointment, subject to annual renewal based on funding, need and satisfactory performance for a maximum period of four years.

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.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Must possess eligibility 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:

• Letter of interest,
• Current vita,
• Statement of Research Goals, and
• Copies of all transcripts.

Contact Information

Only complete application materials will be considered.

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