Tennessee State University Postdoctoral Fellowship 2026 | Post Doctoral Researcher
Organization
Tennessee State University
Duration
24 months (Grant-funded postdoctoral appointment).
Overview
About the Organization
Tennessee State University (TSU) is a public, historically black land-grant university located in Nashville, Tennessee, USA. The university is recognized for excellence in education, research, and community engagement. The College of Agriculture conducts multidisciplinary research in agriculture, environmental sciences, natural resources, and emerging technologies through nationally funded research projects.
Fellowship Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Tennessee State University |
| Fellowship | Post Doctoral Researcher |
| Number of Positions | Not specified in the official advertisement |
| Department | Environmental Sciences |
| Division | College of Agriculture |
| Project Funding | NASA |
| Job Type | Full-Time |
| Duration | 24 Months |
| Work Location | Main Campus, Nashville, Tennessee, USA |
| Working Hours | 37.5 hours per week |
| Application Mode | Online |
Programme Details
The selected Post Doctoral Researcher will work on a NASA-funded interdisciplinary research project focused on:
- Agroforestry systems
- Precision agriculture
- Environmental monitoring
- Earth observation
- GIS and Remote Sensing
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- UAV and LiDAR data analysis
- Carbon sequestration
- Ecosystem services
- Machine learning and predictive modelling
The fellow will also collaborate with researchers, Extension professionals, and education partners while publishing high-quality research and mentoring graduate students.
Who Can Apply
Applications are invited from candidates who possess:
- PhD in Agronomy, Soil Science, Horticulture, Agroforestry, Forest Biometrics, Quantitative Silviculture, Forest Ecology, Geography, Remote Sensing, Natural Resources Management, GIS, Environmental Sciences, or closely related disciplines.
- Strong research background in geospatial technologies and environmental data analysis.
Why Apply
- Opportunity to work on a NASA-funded research project.
- Conduct interdisciplinary research using AI, GIS, Remote Sensing, UAV, and LiDAR technologies.
- Collaborate with leading researchers and extension specialists.
- Publish research in reputed journals.
- Mentor graduate and undergraduate students.
- Competitive employee benefits offered by Tennessee State University.
- Work in a multidisciplinary international research environment.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants should satisfy the following requirements:
Essential Qualification
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PhD in a relevant discipline such as:
- Agronomy
- Soil Science
- Horticulture
- Agroforestry
- Forest Biometrics
- Quantitative Silviculture
- Forest Ecology
- Geography
- Remote Sensing
- Natural Resources Management
- GIS
- Environmental Sciences
- Related disciplines
Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to candidates with experience in one or more of the following:
- Agroforestry systems
- Precision agriculture
- GIS
- Remote sensing
- LiDAR
- UAV imagery
- Machine learning
- Spatial statistics
- Environmental modelling
- Programming in Python, R, or similar software
- Scientific writing and communication
Fellowship Details
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Fellowship Amount | Not specified in the official advertisement. |
| Duration | 24 months. |
| Age Limit | Not specified in the official advertisement. |
| Test Scores Accepted | Not specified in the official advertisement. |
| Eligibility Criteria | PhD in Agronomy, Soil Science, Horticulture, Agroforestry, Forest Biometrics, Quantitative Silviculture, Forest Ecology, Geography, Remote Sensing, Natural Resources Management, GIS, Environmental Sciences, or related disciplines with relevant research experience. |
| Important Dates | Open Date: 17 July 2026 Last Date to Apply: 17 August 2026 |
Selection Process
The selection process generally includes:
- Screening of applications.
- Shortlisting of eligible candidates.
- Interview.
- Background verification.
- Final selection based on qualifications, research experience, and interview performance.
Important Dates
- Application Open Date: 17 July 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 17 August 2026
How to Apply
Interested candidates should:
- Visit the Tennessee State University Careers Portal.
- Open the advertisement for Post Doctoral Researcher.
- Complete the online application form.
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Upload the required documents:
- CV/Resume
- Cover Letter
- Transcript
- Provide details of two references.
- Submit the application before 17 August 2026.
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| 1 | Last Date to Apply: 17 August 2026. |
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