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Pennsylvania State University Postdoctoral Scholar, Anthropology in University Park, Pennsylvania
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
The Department of Anthropology at The Pennsylvania State University (https://anth.la.psu.edu/) is seeking applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar to join a collaborative research project investigating the functional and evolutionary significance of postcranial skeletal variation in humans and nonhuman primates. The anticipated start date for the position is as soon as possible. This is a term appointment for one year.
Qualified candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Anthropology or related field by the time of appointment.
The ideal candidate for this position should have experience with microCT image processing and analysis, as well as experience with methods used to quantify trabecular and cortical bone structure and 3D geometric morphometrics. Requirements include proficiency with Avizo, ImageJ, or similar software packages, along with Python and R programming.
In addition, successful candidates must either have demonstrated a commitment to building an inclusive, equitable, and diverse campus community, or describe one or more ways they would envision doing so, given the opportunity.
Please direct questions regarding this postdoctoral opportunity to Tim Ryan (tmr21@psu.edu).
To apply for this position, submit 1) a cover letter, 2) your CV, and 3) the names and contact information of three people who can be contacted for letters of reference. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.
More information on the benefits offered with this position can be found at https://www.research.psu.edu/opa/benefits.
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