Post Doctoral Associate: Evolutionary Medicine & Human Behaviour

Responsibilities

Conduct research on evolutionary medicine and human behavior.

Design and implement lab or field research programs, including accessible training protocols.

Utilize human biological lab-based methodologies such as human energetics, anthropometry, and biological markers.

Perform quantitative analysis of complex datasets.

Collaborate with interdisciplinary research teams and contribute to publications (in press or near-submission acceptable).

Present research findings at conferences and contribute to scientific publications.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Anthropology, Biology, Demography, Statistics, or a related field (or expected by May 2026).
• Demonstrated expertise in at least one of the following areas:
• Accessible lab or field-work design and training
• Human biological lab-based methodologies
• Quantitative data analysis

• Evidence of collaborative research publications or manuscripts in preparation/submission.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Strong theoretical and methodological background in human evolutionary biology and behavior.
• Proficiency in laboratory, field, or computational research techniques.
• Excellent analytical, scientific writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in interdisciplinary research teams.

Salary & Benefits

• Starting salary: $63,968 (final offer based on qualifications, experience, and available funding).
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, prescription drug coverage, retirement plans, paid leave, life insurance, employee discounts, and educational benefits.

Application Instructions

Submit a CV, cover letter, and names of three references online. Priority screening will be conducted for applications received by January 3, 2026. Hybrid appointments may be considered.