Summary: A one-year NSF-funded Postdoctoral Associate position is available in the Lu Lab at Stony Brook University. The position focuses on studying multisystem aging in wild geladas, with co-advising from leading experts in the field.
Designation
Postdoctoral Associate
Table of Details
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Department/Hiring Area | Department of Anthropology |
| Location | Stony Brook, NY |
| Salary Range | $50,000 – $65,000 |
| Appointment Type | Temporary |
| Salary Grade | E89 |
| Shift Hours | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Variable Shifts) |
| Job Number | 2504692 |
| Posting Start Date | Dec 23, 2025 |
| Posting End Date | Jan 5, 2026, 1:59 PM |
Research Area
The research focuses on multisystem aging in wild geladas, utilizing advanced genomic and endocrine analysis methodologies.
Eligibility/Qualification
- Required:
- PhD (or foreign equivalent) in Biological Anthropology, Biology, Psychology, or a closely related field by the start of the appointment.
- Preferred:
- Expertise in one or more of the following:
- DNA extraction and sequencing from non-invasively collected fecal samples.
- Extraction and analysis of endocrine and immune biomarkers from non-invasively collected samples.
- Analysis of complex demographic and genomic datasets.
- Experience collecting primate behavioral and demographic data in international field settings.
- Phylogenetic comparative methods.
Job Description
The Postdoctoral Associate will perform the following duties:
- Conduct wet lab and quantitative analyses of endocrine and genomic datasets.
- Compile and analyze comparative datasets on primate aging.
- Publish results in peer-reviewed journals.
- Present findings at professional meetings.
- Undertake other duties as assigned.
- Must possess strong quantitative and verbal communication skills and a solid work ethic.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a resume/CV and cover letter as part of the online application process.
Last Date to Apply
Applications must be submitted by January 5, 2026, at 1:59 PM.
Stony Brook University is committed to diversity and inclusion, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.
