Post Doc Res Assoc-Dearing Lab

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 56,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Utah's School of Biological Sciences invites applications for a Post Doctoral Research Associate in the Dearing Lab to study the evolution of the mammalian detoxification system and adaptive responses to dietary toxins in herbivorous woodrats, including the role of the microbiome.

The successful candidate will conduct sequencing-based analyses, contribute to publication-ready work, collaborate with cross-campus groups in evolutionary genomics and microbiome science, and join a

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in genetics, genomics, evolutionary biology, microbiology or a closely related field.
• Track record of research productivity as evidenced in first-author publications.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Excellent written and oral English communication skills.
• Willingness to work with wild rodents and in the field.
• Expertise with next generation sequencing data and associated bioinformatics.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on the evolution of the mammalian detoxification system and microbiome in woodrats.
• Collaborate with cross-campus groups in evolutionary genomics and microbiome science.
• Prepare and analyze sequencing data and contribute to manuscript writing.

Education

Ph.D. in genetics, genomics, evolutionary biology, microbiology or a closely related field

Job description

Post Doc Res Assoc-Dearing Lab

A postdoctoral position is available in the laboratory of Dr.Denise Dearing in the School of Biological Sciences at theUniversity of Utah. Our current research focuses on the evolutionof the mammalian detoxification system and the mechanisms ofadaptation to dietary toxins in herbivorous woodrats including therole of the microbiome. Please visit our website for moreinformation about our research and the lab: https://www.dearinglab.com oremail Denise Dearing [e-mail].

Responsibilities

The School of Biological Sciences comprises a wide variety andvibrant group of laboratories, with research interests ranging fromenvironmental biology to biochemistry. The genetics, evolutionarybiology and microbiome communities are strong at the University ofUtah and offer numerous opportunities for collaboration. Crosscampus interest groups in both evolutionary genomics and microbiomescience are especially interactive.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in genetics, genomics, evolutionary biology, microbiologyor a closely related field
• Track record of research productivity as evidenced infirst-author publications
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to work both independentlyand collaboratively
• Excellent written and oral English communication skills
• Willingness to work with wild rodents and in the field
• Expertise with next generation sequencing data and associatedbioinformatics

Preferences

Candidates should have a strong background in either evolutionarygenetics/genomics including preparation of in-house DNA/RNAsequencing libraries or microbiome science, including 16SrRNAmetabarcoding, metagenomics, isolation and culture. Prior analysisof high-throughput sequencing data and experience with R and Pythonrequired.

Application Materials Needed

• 1. CV
• 2. A one-pagecover letter that includes your research experience and interests,career goals aswell as your preferred approximate start date.
• 3.Names and contact information of two references who are not thecurrent supervisor (seebelow) willing to submit letters ofreference upon request.
• 4. Letter of reference from current supervisor sent within 2 weeksof application emailed directly to denise.,[e-mail].

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Work Schedule Summary: TBD

Department: 00116 - School of Biological Sciences

Location: Campus

Pay Rate Range: $56,375 - $65,000

Close Date: 12/04/2026