Postdoctoral Fellow in Epigenomics and Human Biology

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We seek a postdoctoral research associate to work with Professor Christopher Kuzawa at Harvard University. The postdoc will oversee analysis and write‑up of an extensive longitudinal dataset that has followed a large population in Cebu, Philippines, for more than 40 years. Recently generated genome‑wide methylation data will be used to explore a range of questions, with topical focus flexible. Duties will involve helping coordinate a weekly lab group meeting, and helping affiliated PhD and undergraduate students gain access to and work with the Cebu data.

The Postdoc will have opportunities to lead analysis and write‑up of original research articles, along with co‑authorship opportunities for analyses led by mentees. Statistical expertise is necessary, as is familiarity with bioinformatic pipelines and approaches for working with methylation data, or a willingness/ability to learn these methods.

The appointment is for one year with possibility of renewal based on performance. The appointment will be funded by non‑federal sources.

Candidates must have a PhD in a subfield of Biological Anthropology or an adjacent field, with interests in areas like evolutionary life history theory, growth and development, endocrinology, nutrition, reproductive ecology or aging.