Postdoctoral Research Scholar in Bioarchaeology and Dental Anthropology

Submitted: 10/31/2024
Submitted By: Kelsey Mcilwain
Department: School of Human Evolution and Social Change
Institution: Arizona State University
Job type: Postdoc
Apply by: 11/30/2024
Application Email:
Application URL: http://apply.interfolio.com/158147

Job Details and Essential Duties
The NSF-funded projects (Dental Phenomics Project and Gobero Bioarchaeology Project) in the School of Human Evolution and Social Change (SHESC) at Arizona State University is recruiting one Postdoctoral Research Scholar under the supervision of Dr. Christopher Stojanowski. The postdoctoral research scholar will ideally be able to contribute to both projects, but it is understood the individual may focus more on one project as their research interests best align. The Gobero Bioarchaeology Project seeks to understand human adaptation to the changing Saharan environment during the African Humid Period; the postdoctoral scholar would have the opportunity to develop their own research (especially on paleopathology) while supporting the final phases of bioarchaeological analysis. The Dental Phenomics Project archives 3D scans and scaled digital images from multiple human dental casts collections, most with genealogical information, to support quantitative genetic work on human dental phenotypes; the postdoctoral scholar would have the opportunity to develop their own research (especially on quantitative genetics) while supporting the overall management of the project’s resources.

Major Duties and Responsibilities
• Help manage the resources and daily lab activities of the Dental Phenomics Project and/or the Gobero Bioarchaeology Project.
• Collect image and scan data using the latest technology.
• Develop existing research questions and novel research directions using project resources in consultation with project Principal Investigators.
• Collaborate on the preparation of publications and the general dissemination of knowledge generated from the project.
• This position may contribute to the teaching mission of the School in consultation with the faculty mentor and the SHESC Director.

This is an in-person, full-time, fiscal-year, term-limited 1-year position. The anticipated start date is January 1, 2025.

The fiscal year (12-month) salary for this position is $60,000 along with competitive benefits through ASU including health insurance, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays. The appointment may be renewable for an additional year pending sufficient funding and successful execution of the project’s goals. The postdoctoral research scholar should be in residence in the greater-Phoenix metropolitan area during the appointment.

About the School of Human Evolution and Social Change
Known for its leadership in innovative education and research, the School of Human Evolution and Social Change includes one of the nation's top-ranked anthropology programs and the largest and most research-productive transdisciplinary anthropology faculty in the nation. Staying true to our four-field anthropological origins means we remain committed to leveraging a long-term, comparative, and holistic perspective on human origins as a way to understand and address complex problems, now and for the future, and a deep concern for community engagement and social justice. In addition to anthropology, our students can earn degrees in global health, museum studies and environmental social science. We are also known for our high-quality study abroad, field school programs and research apprenticeship opportunities for our ~1,000 undergraduate majors and ~200 graduate students.

We offer a dynamic, collegial, and challenging work environment due to the pace of innovation, complex array of research and academic programs, and high-profile initiatives. SHESC is the largest social science unit in The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, ASU's largest college. For complete information, see http://shesc.asu.edu/.

About The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is the academic heart of Arizona State University, committed to improving communities on a local, national and global scale. We support the professional development and growth of our faculty and staff in their cutting-edge research to advance these aims. Within The College, our faculty engage with a large curious student body, guiding them as they grow into socially aware, critical thinkers and writers able to succeed in a wide range of careers and to address the challenges of the twenty-first century. Advancing the success of our students remains our top priority. To learn more about The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, please visit https://thecollege.asu.edu.

About Arizona State University
ASU exemplifies a new prototype for the American public research university. As articulated in the ASU Charter, ASU is a comprehensive public research university, measured not by whom it excludes, but by whom it includes and how they succeed; advancing research and discovery of public value; and assuming fundamental responsibility for the economic, social, cultural and overall health of the communities it serves.

Required Qualifications:
• Ph.D. in anthropology or related fields by the time of appointment.
• Applicants must be within five years of receipt of their Ph.D. to be considered.
• Experience in bioarchaeology and dental anthropology.

Desired Qualifications:
• Laboratory experience in basic bioarchaeological data management, photography, and paleopathology methods.
• Skills in image-based data collection and scan-based data extraction.
• Quantitative skills, especially in application to large, complex datasets.
• Experience working independently and collaboratively in a team.
• Prior teaching experience, particularly in an online modality.
• Demonstrated commitment to working with faculty, staff, students and communities to advance the principles of the ASU Charter.

Application Instructions:
The application deadline is November 30, 2024. Applications will continue to be accepted on a rolling basis for a reserve pool. Applications in the reserve pool may then be reviewed in the order in which they were received until the position is filled. Candidates will be asked to create or use an existing Interfolio Dossier to submit the following application materials:

1. A letter of interest describing how you meet the required and desired qualifications,
2. A current curriculum vitae,
3. A statement of research interests, and
4. Up-to-date contact information (including email addresses) for three (3) professional references.

General questions about this position may be directed to Dr. Christopher Stojanowski at cstojano@asu.edu.

Only electronic submissions will be reviewed. Incomplete applications will not be considered. To apply, please submit application materials electronically to http://apply.interfolio.com/158147.

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