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Post Doctoral Research Associate - Anthropology

JOB PURPOSE:   

The Department of Anthropology at the University of Wyoming is currently hiring a post-doctoral research associate to support Dr. Briana Doering’s NSF CAREER research on past central Alaskan environments and their relationship with the archaeological record. This research associates will pursue paleoethnobotanical research in a collaborative and collegial department dedicated to answering theoretically-informed questions about human history.

This post-doctoral position will be based in Dr. Briana Doering’s research group.

The Doering Lab specializes in the study of human-environment interaction, focusing on the history of Alaskan resource use. The prospective postdoc will lead and/or contribute to several projects: 1) analyzing paleobotanical remains from archaeological sites central Alaska, 2) assisting in field work at the Swan Point and Niidhaayh’ Na sites in the middle Tanana River Valley, and 3) serving as the primary instructor one semester-length course. A strong applicant will have experience analyzing carbonized plant remains, working with descendant communities, incorporating Indigenous knowledge in archaeological research, and teaching archaeological courses. 

The University of Wyoming has resources to support paleoethnobotanical research, including the Rocky Mountain Herbarium, the Williams Conservatory, a botany department, the Shell 3D Visualization Center, and the Center for Advanced Scientific Instrumentation. Additionally, teaching resources are available through the Ellbogen Center for Teaching and Learning and the Learning Actively Mentorship Program. 

This position is a 1-year fixed term appointment that can be extended to a second year based on satisfactory performance. The position will start on July 1, 2024, but a later or earlier start date can be requested. Please contact Dr. Doering at bree.doering@uwyo.edu with any questions. 

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY:

This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

• PhD in an appropriate field before the start of appointment
• Analytical experience in paleobotany
• Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) that is compliant with the University Vehicle Use Policy.