Description & Details:
The NDSU College of Business is seeking a postdoctoral research fellow to work on grant funded, community-oriented projects on social aspects of agricultural technology adoption. This position is funded through the NSF Engines: North Dakota Advanced Agriculture Technology Engine award, supported by the U.S. National Science Foundation (award #2315315). This is a full-time, 12-month, non-tenure track appointment. The initial appointment will be for one year, with the possibility of extension based on performance and continued availability of grant funding.
Primary Responsibilities:
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Research trust and social dynamics in ag technology adoption
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Engage communities and stakeholders through fieldwork
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Co-develop frameworks, tools, and workshops
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Collaborate across teams on innovation and workforce efforts
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Contribute to research outputs on social adoption dynamics
Work Schedule: M-F 8 am to 5 pm
Hiring Range: $70,000 - $75,000 annually
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 business, public policy, economics, psychology, communication, sociology, other social or behavioral sciences, land resources, agriculture, environmental sciences, or closely related field of study.
Good record of oral presentations and written communication skills.
Demonstrated record of successful collaborative work
Possession or ability to obtain a valid US driver's license
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience conducting field research with communities
- Experience conducting and writing up social research (e.g., interviews, coding, surveys, modeling, synthesis)
- Experience with using social research analytical tools and software
- Program evaluation and documentation skills
- Understanding of commercialization processes
- Experience with teaching, training, and/or workshop facilitation
Core Competencies:
Demonstrated excellent written communication skills.
Ability to independently lead research tasks, document progress, and contribute to final reports.
Applicant Materials Required: Curriculum Vitae, Letter of Interest, three recommendations.
Screening will begin: 5/28/26
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50% tuition waiver for spouse/partner and dependents
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Flexible Spending Accounts (Health & Dependent Care)
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Supplemental Retirement Plans
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