Postdoctoral Researcher - POOL

The University of Kansas; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 52,790 - 64,521; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas invites qualified Ph.D. biologists to apply for research positions within the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology. The role offers a one-year initial appointment with potential renewal based on funding and performance.

Candidates may be on-site, hybrid, or remote, with restrictions for remote work outside Kansas. Responsibilities include conducting research, disseminating findings at conferences and in publications, supervising students, and engaging in career

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or ABD in Biology or related discipline.
• Record of research accomplishments in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology demonstrated in application materials.
• Strong written communication skills demonstrated in application materials.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in the scientific area of a faculty member in the Department of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology and related researchers.
• Disseminate research findings by presenting at conferences and contributing to publications, including data analysis and manuscript drafting.
• Assist with supervision of graduate and undergraduate student research and mentoring in project design and data collection.
• Engage in career development activities and prepare materials for future applications and grant proposals.

Skills

Strong written communication skills

Data analysis

Education

Ph.D. or ABD in Biology or related discipline

Job description

Position Overview

The Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology invites qualified Ph.D. biologists to submit applications for research positions in all fields and related areas. To see a list of faculty members and their research opportunities please visit http://eeb.ku.edu/faculty. If you are interested in a postdoctoral position with an EEB faculty member, please contact the faculty member directly to inquire about opportunities in their research group.

This is for a one‑year initial appointment, with possibility of renewal based on funding and performance.

Job Description

• 50% – Conduct research in the scientific area of a faculty member in the Department of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology and its affiliated researchers. This includes maintaining appropriate data collection and analysis documentation, providing written reports on research progress, and participating in research group meetings when asked.
• 25% – Disseminate research findings by presenting results at local, national and/or international conferences or colloquia, and contributing to peer‑reviewed publications, including data analysis, generating figures, writing drafts and revisions of manuscripts, and responding to peer reviews.
• 15% – Assist with supervision of graduate and undergraduate student research. This includes training and mentoring students in project design, data collection, data analysis, research results dissemination, and proper procedures for all instruments and safety regulations in the laboratory setting.
• 10% – Engage in career development activities. This includes completing responsible conduct in research training provided by the KU Office of Research, developing and submitting grant proposals for new projects (as appropriate), attending KU and/or Scientific Society‑led workshops on building skills for specific career trajectories (as appropriate), developing materials for job applications to move to the next career stage, and practicing interviewing to move to the next career stage.

Position Requirements

These positions may be on‑site, hybrid, or fully remote. Due to complex state employment laws, the University of Kansas may be unable to hire fully remote workers for this position outside of Kansas. Specifically, we cannot currently offer employment to candidates residing in the following states: California, Delaware, Idaho, and Minnesota. We appreciate your understanding and invite interested individuals from eligible states to apply.

Required Qualifications

1. Ph.D. or ABD in Biology or related discipline.
2. Record of research accomplishments in an area relevant to ongoing research projects in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Kansas, as evidenced by application materials.
3. Strong written communication skills as evidenced by application materials.

NOTE: To be appointed at the Postdoctoral Researcher title or equivalent, it is necessary to have the Ph.D. in hand. Appointments made without a certified transcript indicating an earned doctorate are conditional hires and are appointed on an Acting basis not to exceed 6‑months. Appointment duration will be extended upon final verification of degree.

This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have advanced knowledge, analytical skills and professional competencies necessary to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is commonly recognized as the standard qualification for similar roles in the public and private sector, ensuring that the university remains competitive with industry aligned practices, enhances collaboration with external partners, and supports the delivery of services and programs that meet professional and market‑driven expectations.

Additional Candidate Instructions

• Resume or CV
• Cover letter describing how you meet the required qualifications
• List of three professional references

Applications will be reviewed throughout the year until July 2027, when a new pool will be posted. Applicants will be contacted as positions become available.

Contact Information

Lena Hileman, [e-mail]

Advertised Salary Range

Starting at $58,656

Application Review Begins

Saturday July 18, 2026

Anticipated Start Date

Monday August 3, 2026