Postdoctoral Scholar – Teaching Fellow in Human and Evolutionary Biology

The Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles invites applications for a one-year post-doctoral fellowship in Human and Evolutionary Biology. Research area is open but individuals with training in primate behavioral ecology, functional morphology/evolutionary biomechanics, or human biology/evolutionary medicine are particularly welcome to apply. This fellowship is renewable for a second year contingent upon administrative approval.

In addition to research, the successful candidate is expected to teach 3 courses per academic year and to participate in the intellectual life of the department and other units on campus. This person will receive a stipend of $65,000 plus benefits. Applicants must have received their Ph.D. within the last five years or at the latest by August 16, 2020, the start date of the position. In addition to the letter of application, applicants should include their curriculum vitae, a writing sample, names and contact information for three references, and sample syllabi. Position will remain open until filled. In order to be considered for this position, all candidates must apply via the “Apply” link at: https://usccareers.usc.edu/job/los-angeles/postdoctoral-scholar-teaching-fellow-in-human-and-evolutionary-biology/1209/15405832. Review of complete applications will begin immediately. Further information is available by contacting Elsie Reyes (elsie@usc.edu) or Lorraine Turcotte (turcotte@usc.edu).

USC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring ordinance.

In order to be considered for this position, all candidates must apply via the “Apply” link at: https://usccareers.usc.edu/job/los-angeles/postdoctoral-scholar-teaching-fellow-in-human-and-evolutionary-biology/1209/15405832.

Review of complete applications will begin immediately.