Duke University, Evolutionary Anthropology
Position Description
The Lonsdorf Lab in the Department of Evolutionary Anthropology at Duke University seeks a Postdoctoral Associate for research on wild chimpanzee lifespan development. The successful candidate will work as part of a team investigating the intersections of early life adversity, social behavior, health, and aging in wild chimpanzees. The position requires self-direction and the ability to work effectively with other team members both in the lab at Duke and with partners from international great ape field sites in Tanzania, Uganda, and Rwanda. Prior experience with large datasets, working in a collaborative team, survival analyses, and non-invasive biomarkers is preferred. Candidates must have obtained their PhD in a related field prior to the start date. Responsibilities will include collaborating on the development of research questions, data collection and analysis, manuscript and grant preparation, and the supervision of students and research assistants. The position will have full benefits. The initial appointment will be for one year, with the expectation of renewal for a second year pending positive performance and available funding. Review of candidates will begin seven days after the job posts to Academic Jobs Online and continue until the position is filled. Start date is August 1st, 2026. Applicants should upload the following to Academic Jobs Online: a curriculum vitae, a cover letter, and contact information for three references (reference letters are not needed at the application stage). Questions may be directed to elizabeth.lonsdorf@duke.edu.Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.
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Application Materials Required:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Three references (no actual letters, just names and email addresses
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