Post Doctoral Research Fellow-DREC Agronomy Department

This is a temporary full time benefited position.

Description & Details:

The NDSU Dickinson Research Extension Center is seeking a postdoctoral research scientist to work in the agronomy research program. The primary responsibility of this position includes supporting program PI carrying out multiple research projects on crop management practices including fertilizer management, crop rotation, remote sensing (multispectral or hyperspectral imaging), soil water dynamics and agricultural resilience. The individual will be extensively publishing research results from previous relevant research and future work in peer reviewed journals and present at scientific and industry meetings. Reporting and budget management duties will be done in coordination with the project leader. Some opportunities for student advising will also be available. Project is initially planned for 1 year with the possibility of extension contingent on funding availability. For more information, please contact Dr. Krishna Katuwal at (701) 456-1112 or email krishna.katuwal@ndsu.edu.

Work Schedule:

The regular work schedule is Monday through Friday from 7:30am to 4:30pm

Advertised Salary:

Commensurate with experience

Pay is based on several factors, including budget, labor market, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and/or certification and other business considerations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in agronomy, crop physiology, precision agriculture, plant biology or closely related field of study.
• Demonstrated experience in manuscript writing and publication in peer-reviewed journal.
• Demonstrated experience in field research and plot management.
• Experience in statistically analyzing large datasets in SAS or R.
• Good record of oral presentations and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as a member of a multi-cultural research team. Ability to work under adverse environmental conditions during the field growing season (spring, summer, fall).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Some experience in remote sensing including hyperspectral and multispectral imaging.
• Ability to possess a drone pilot license.
• Experience in crop physiology and soil health assessments
• Some knowledge on semi-arid U.S. great plains cropping system

Some supervisory work experience with students

Applicant Materials Required:

Applicants must submit: 1) a cover letter describing how the stated qualifications are met; 2) a detailed curriculum vitae; and 3) contact information (including phone numbers, institutional addresses, and email addresses) of three current references.

Screening Date:

Review of applications will begin on May 5, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.

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Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

Health & Wellness

• 100% employer-paid health insurance premiums for single and family coverage
• Choice of PPO/Basic or High Deductible Health Plan with HSA
• Coverage begins the first of the month after your hire date
• Wellness incentives for healthy lifestyle participation

Exceptional Retirement Plan

• Employer retirement contributions ranging from 7.5% up to an impressive 12.26%, depending on position
  (One of the strongest retirement packages in the region!) - Your future is a priority, and it shows.

Time Away & Support

• Generous annual leave, sick leave, and 10 paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program for confidential support
• Supportive work-life balance

Education Benefits That Grow With You

• Tuition waivers for employees (up to three classes per calendar year)
• 50% tuition waiver for spouse/partner and dependents

Additional Optional Benefits

• Supplemental Life, Dental, Vision, Long-Term Care
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health & Dependent Care)
• Supplemental Retirement Plans

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