Job Details

Post Doc Res Assoc-Dearing Lab

Position Number: 7270883
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Position Type: Laboratory and Research

Post Doc Res Assoc-Dearing Lab

Job Summary

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. Please visit our website for more information about our research and the lab: https://www.dearinglab.com or email Denise Dearing denise.dearing@utah.edu.

The University of Utah is located in beautiful Salt Lake City, with easy access to world-class
entertainment and recreation. Utah has 5 national parks, and the university is within a 40-minute drive of at least six major alpine skiing and snowboarding resorts, including venues of the 2002 (and 2034) Olympics. Hiking and mountain biking trails begin on campus. Outside Magazine called Salt Lake City "one of the nation's most underrated outdoor meccas." There are numerous performing art venues such as the Utah Symphony & Opera and Broadway at the Eccles theater. The city is also a major airline hub (Delta), with non-stop flights throughout North America and Europe, Asia (Paris, Amsterdam, Seoul).

Responsibilities
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.

Minimum Qualifications
Required Qualifications:

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

Preferences
Preferred qualifications:
Candidates should have a strong background in either evolutionary genetics/genomics including preparation of in-house DNA/RNA sequencing libraries or microbiome science, including 16SrRNA metabarcoding, metagenomics, isolation and culture. Prior analysis of high-throughput sequencing data and experience with R and Python required.

Application materials needed: 1. CV2. A one-page cover letter that includes your research experience and interests, career goals aswell as your preferred approximate start date.3. Names and contact information of two references who are not the current supervisor (seebelow) willing to submit letters of reference upon request.
4. Letter of reference from current supervisor sent within 2 weeks of application emailed directly to denise.,dearing@utah.edu.

Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN45474B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: TBD
Department: 00116 - School of Biological Sciences
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $56,375 - $65,000
Close Date: 8/28/2026
Open Until Filled:

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/204216