Postdoctoral Research Associate

Company: Texas A&M Agrilife Research
Location: College Station
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Job Title Postdoctoral Research Associate Agency Texas A&M Agrilife Research Department Agricultural Economics Proposed Minimum Salary $4,166.67 monthly Job Location College Station, Texas Job Type Staff 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 nation’s 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 Information The Program on Conflict and Development (ConDev) in the Department of Agricultural Economics at Texas A&M University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate position. ConDev conducts frontier research on the economic causes and consequences of conflict, forced displacement, and recovery, combining rigorous theoretical and empirical methods with policy engagement in data-constrained environments. The successful candidate will contribute to a growing research agenda spanning topics such as conflict spillovers, forced displacement and host community impacts, firm and labor market responses to instability, and the interaction between climate shocks, resource use, and institutions. The program works with a range of data sources, including administrative microdata, household and firm surveys, and geospatial datasets. The postdoctoral researcher will collaborate closely with the program director and affiliated researchers on ongoing projects, with opportunities to contribute to the preparation of research proposals and to engage in the intellectual life of the Program on Conflict and Development, including workshops, seminars, and dissemination activities. Required Education and Experience: Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in economics or a closely related field by the start date. The ideal candidate will have strong training in applied econometrics and demonstrated ability to work with microdata. Experience with causal inference methods (e.g., panel data methods, difference-in-differences, instrumental variables) is expected. Preferred Experience: Preferred qualifications include familiarity with geospatial data or spatial analysis, experience working with administrative or firm-level datasets, and an interest in research in developing country contexts or fragile and conflict-affected settings. Experience integrating multiple data sources (e.g., survey, administrative, and spatial data) is an asset. Experience working with large and/or complex datasets is highly desirable. What You Need to Know The appointment is for one year, renewable based on performance and funding, with an anticipated start date of June 1, 2026. To apply, please submit a cover letter, CV, writing sample, and contact information of three references by April 15, 2026. Any questions please contact Harun Onder at harun.onder@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 leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month Automatic enrollment in the Teacher 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 institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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