We are now looking for a Postdoctoral Researcher to join us as part
of our Collaborator for Animal Behavior (CoLAB) research group at the
University of Tennessee, Knoxville.

The Collaborative for Animal Behavior Center (CoLAB) at the University
of Tennessee invites applications for a post-doctoral research
associate position starting August 1, 2025. This position offers recent
Ph.D. graduates the opportunity to conduct independent, cutting-edge
research in animal behavior and evolution while collaborating with faculty
and students in a dynamic academic environment. CoLAB is a newly funded
Center at the University of Tennessee whose goal is to understand how
animals perceive and respond to environmental changes driven by natural
and anthropogenic forces. By addressing critical challenges across three
interconnected themes behavioral responses to environmental change,
information transfer in human-altered environments, and the development of
quantitative methods to uncover the principles underlying behavior the
Center aims to make fundamental advances in understanding how animals
collectively respond to a rapidly changing world. Scholars will develop
their own research projects, engage in mentorship and outreach, and have
access to state-of-the-art facilities to explore how animals respond to
environmental change.

Scholars may study behaviors of any organism and at any level (genes,
hormones, whole organisms). Scholars are expected to be independent
and propose their own research projects. Applicants should identify
two to three faculty from The University of Tennessee's Collaborative
for Animal Behavior Center (colab.utk.edu), who will serve as sponsors
and provide lab space and resources to the scholar. Applicants are also
encouraged to discuss their planned educational and community engagement
activities with their proposed sponsors. Scholars will have opportunities
to engage broadly and foster collaboration with faculty, postdoctoral
researchers, and graduate students as members of CoLAB and the University
of Tennessee.Join us at CoLAB to explore the fascinating world of animal
behavior and make significant contributions to this exciting field!

Job responsibilities

- Conduct independent, cutting-edge research in the field of
  animal behavior
- Collaborate with faculty and students across CoLAB
- Mentor undergraduate and graduate students in their independent
  research projects
- Participate in opportunities to engage with the broader university
  community and contribute to outreach programs
- Required Qualifications

- Education:Applicants must have completed their Ph.D. by the start date
  of the position (August 1st, 2025)
- Experience:Applicants must have a strong track record of research
  excellence in animal behavior or related fields.
- Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Applicants must have the ability to
  write clearly and scientifically and have a strong publication record.
  Applicants who are not currently US citizens must be eligible for J-1
  Scholar or H-1B visa status.

Work Location

University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Tennessee

Compensation and Benefits

Anticipated hiring range: $60,000 per year plus health benefits (+
$10,000 annual research stipend and funds to cover attendance at one
academic conference per year)

How to apply?

For best consideration, applicants should submit the below materials
before May 1st 2025 (this deadline has been extended from April 1st).

Link to the position:

https://fa-ewlq-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/1992/?utm_medium=jobshare&utm_source=External+Job+Share

Contact information

If you have further questions, please get in touch with Liz Derryberry
(ederryb1@utk.edu) or Claire Hemingway (chemingw@utk.edu).

All the best, 

Claire. 

"Hemingway, Claire" <chemingw@utk.edu>

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