Postdoctoral Fellow - Wood Products

Position Information

Job Title Postdoctoral Fellow - Wood Products Posting Number P2323F

The College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment at Auburn University is seeking a qualified individual for a position as a postdoctoral Fellow in the field of developing new products using forest resources. The primary task of this position is to help build a wood and related composites research platform with a focus on biochar and composite manufacturing. The major tasks include developing new research ideas, writing research proposals, and publishing high-impact research articles.

This 12‑month, limited‑term, non‑tenure track position is funded by external sources and is renewable based on funding availability, performance and need.

• Ph.D. or equivalent degree in wood science, forest products, sustainable bioproducts, or a closely related field at the time employment begins
• Expertise with forest products
• Expertise in wood polymer composite manufacturing
• At least 4 years of experience in the forest product industry
• The successful applicant will demonstrate commitment to the timely completion of deliverables, commitment to the publication of results in peer‑reviewed journals, and strong potential to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders on a highly visible research topic.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills are required.
• The candidate selected for this position must meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment (no sponsorship).

• Strong research background in wood product development
• Familiarity with wood‑related composite manufacturing and characterization

Applications should be received by February 18th, 2026. We anticipate a start date of February 23rd, 2026. Applicants must complete the online application at this link 58159 to include a letter of interest, Curriculum vitae, names and full contact information of at least three professional references, and official transcripts (transcripts should show conferral of a Doctorate degree and date of conferral).

Salary Range 60500

Open Date 02/02/2026 Close Date

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