Post Doctoral Associate: Evolutionary Medicine & Human Behaviour

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Job summary

Qualifications

• PhD in anthropology, biology, demography, statistics, or a related field.
• Evidence of interdisciplinary collaboration and research experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent research within interdisciplinary projects on evolutionary medicine and human behavior.
• Collaborate with the evolve-D lab and department researchers.
• Contribute to data collection, analysis, and dissemination of findings.
• Publish results in peer-reviewed journals and present at conferences.

Skills

Quantitative methods

Laboratory methods

Field-based methods

Kinship evolution

Gendered labor divisions

Disability studies

Education

PhD in anthropology

Job description

Posting Summary

The evolve-D lab, under the direction of Siobhán Cully in the Department of Anthropology seeks a postdoctoral researcher to join interdisciplinary projects addressing evolutionary medicine and human behavior. This is a calendar year position. Candidates with experience in quantitative, laboratory, or field-based methods and/or theoretical expertise in the evolution of kinship, gendered labor divisions, or disability are encouraged to apply. A Ph.D. in anthropology, biology, demography, statistics, or a related field is required. The position offers a flexible start date, competitive salary, and full benefits. Hybrid appointments will be considered. The priority screening date will be January 3, 2026.