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Posting Details Posting Details Job TitlePost Doc ScholarRequisition NumberDU14852Department Name81040:AGR ECONOMICSWork LocationLexington, KYSalary Range47,476-55,000Type of PositionStudentPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationPh.D. or equivalent doctoral degree. Candidates must have completed all doctoral degree requirements by the start date of the appointment.Required Related ExperienceResearch in the area of food policy and consumer demand.Required License/Registration/CertificationNAPhysical RequirementsLifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 50 lbs, sitting for long periods of time and sitting in front of a computer.ShiftMonday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pmJob SummaryThe Department of Agricultural Economics at the University of Kentucky invites applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar to contribute to collaborative research focused on food policy and consumer demand. Working closely with faculty researchers, the Postdoctoral Scholar will support the development and implementation of research projects examining how food policies, market conditions, and consumer preferences influence food choices and outcomes. The successful candidate will contribute to research design, data collection and management, quantitative and/or econometric analysis, interpretation of results, and the preparation of scholarly publications and research presentations. This position provides an exciting opportunity to engage in interdisciplinary research addressing timely food policy questions while developing a strong research portfolio and collaborating with faculty in a supportive academic environment.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceDeadline to Apply07/28/2026Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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