Postdoctoral Research Associate

Job TitlePostdoctoral Research Associate Agency Texas A&M Agrilife Research Department Agricultural Economics Proposed Minimum Salary$4,583.34 monthly Job LocationCollege Station, Texas Job TypeStaff Job Description About Texas A&M AgriLife Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Texas A&M AgriLife Research College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University Texas A&M Forest Service Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory As the nations largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service. Click here to learn more about how you can be a part of AgriLife and make a difference in the world! Position Description: The Department of Agricultural Economics at Texas A&M University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate position in the area of groundwater economics and policy. The successful candidate will work under the mentorship of Dr Rouhi Rad and contribute to a research program focused on groundwater management in the Texas High Plains (Ogallala Aquifer region). The project integrates econometric analysis, hydro-economic modeling, and policy evaluation to better understand groundwater demand, the economic costs of aquifer depletion, and the impacts of groundwater management policies. This position offers strong opportunities for co-authorship on academic publications and collaboration on externally funded research projects. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Conduct empirical research on groundwater demand, aquifer depletion, and water policy in the Texas High Plains and in Texas more broadly. Clean, manage, and analyze large datasets. Lead and contribute to the development of academic manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals. Assist with grant proposal development and related research activities. Collaborate with other researchers, postdoctoral scholars, and graduate students, and provide occasional guidance on data and methods. Required Education, Skills, and Experience: Ph.D. in Economics, Agricultural Economics, or a closely related field. Preferred Qualifications: Research experience in water, environmental, or resource economics. Familiarity with groundwater systems or agricultural production in the western United States. Familiarity with hydro-economic modeling or integrated assessment approaches. Proficiency in R and/or Python. Experience working with large or spatial datasets. Interest in policy-relevant research and interdisciplinary collaboration. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Effective written and verbal communication skills. Strong training in applied econometrics, including causal inference methods. Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research and write for academic audiences. Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a writing sample (e.g.,job market paper or a representative research paper), and contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin immediately. Applicants who apply by May 21, 2026 will receive full consideration; the position will remain open until filled. For any questions about the position, please contact mani.rouhirad@ag.tamu.edu Why Work at Texas A&M AgriLife? When you choose to work for Texas A&M AgriLife, you become part of an organization that is an established leader in agriculture and life sciences with a wide range of capabilities to meet the needs of our statewide, national, and international constituents. In addition, Texas A&M AgriLife offers a comprehensive benefit package including the following: Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife contributing to employee health and basic life premiums 12-15 days of annual paid holidays Up to eight hours of paid sick leaveand at leasteight hours of paid vacation each month Automatic enrollment in theTeacher Retirement System of Texas Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. As the largest comprehensive agriculture and life sciences program nationally, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies within the Texas A&M University System With over 5,000 employees, and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, the environment, and the economy of Texas and the nation through education, research, extension and service. If your goal is the pursuit of excellence and your vision is to make a difference in this world, we invite you to explore our opportunities to discover what a career at Texas A&M AgriLife has to offer you. Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Texas A&M AgriLife Research College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University Texas A&M Forest Service Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory Texas A&M AgriLife collaborates with Prairie View A&M University, Tarleton State University, Texas A&M University-Commerce, Texas A&M University-Kingsville and West Texas A&M University as well as with other public and private partners. Prospective employee benefits Retirement programs Commitment to inclusive excellence Strategic plan