Post Doc Res Assoc-Dearing Lab

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 the University of Utah. Our current research focuses on the evolution of the mammalian detoxification system and the mechanisms of adaptation to dietary toxins in herbivorous woodrats, including the role of the microbiome. For more information about our research and the lab, visit  Please contact Denise Dearing ring.

The School of Biological Sciences comprises a diverse and vibrant group of laboratories, with research interests ranging from environmental biology to biochemistry. The genetics, evolutionary biology, and microbiome communities are strong at the University of Utah and offer numerous opportunities for collaboration. Cross‑campus interest groups in both evolutionary genomics and microbiome science are especially interactive.

• Ph.D. in genetics, genomics, evolutionary biology, microbiology, or a closely related field
• Track record of research productivity as evidenced by 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

• Strong background in evolutionary genetics or genomics, including preparation of in‑house DNA/RNA sequencing libraries
• Strong background in microbiome science, including 16S rRNA metabarcoding, metagenomics, isolation and culture
• Prior analysis of high-throughput sequencing data and experience with R and Python

• Requisition number: PRN
  45474B
• Full time
• Pay range: $56,375 – $65,000
• Location:
  
  Campus
• Final date to receive applications: 8/28/2026