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Job Title

Postdoctoral Researcher (Consumer Food Waste Reduction)

Agency

Prairie View A&M University

Department

Cooperative Agricultural Research Center

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Prairie View, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The Postdoctoral Researcher’s work is mission critical to conduct timely research related to food security through reducing food waste, especially among limited resourced consumers. Data collected from this pilot study will be used to obtain external funding. This position is responsible for completing the objectives of an upcoming research project in the FSRC to better understand the drivers of food waste among low-income rural consumers, as well as identify messages and interventions to help reduce food waste among this population. The post-doctoral researcher will work closely with the Director as well as coordinate work with the Program Specialist and others in the FSRC. This role will be responsible for identifying messages that can be used by dietitians, health educators, and extension agents to reduce food waste and therefore increase food security.

This position is funded by restricted funds or a grant. Continued employment is contingent upon the renewal of restricted or grant funds.

The salary is determined in accordance with the University’s compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates’ education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.

Responsibilities:

• Develops appropriate research tools to carry out mixed methods research regarding food waste in rural communities.
• Writes research proposals to obtain external funding.
• Oversees graduate and undergraduate students research on this project.
• Write up and disseminate findings of research through peer-reviewed presentations and publications.
• Participates in all college-wide events.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience:

• Ph.D. in Food, Nutrition or related field.
• No prior experience required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Qualitative research skill.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Ability to communicate well.
• Knowledge of mixed-methods research techniques.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1-2 years’ experience conducting mixed-methods research around food and nutrition.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct focus groups and perform thematic analysis.
• Experience in survey development and validation.
• Quantitative analysis skills.

Job Posting Close Date:

• 09/25/2026

Required Attachments:

Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or “Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter

Application Submission Guidelines:

All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.

The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process.

Background Check Requirements:

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

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