Biology Postdoctoral Fellow in Antarctic Soil Microbial Ecology

Job Title: Biology Postdoctoral Fellow in Antarctic Soil Microbial Ecology

Posting End Date: June 13, 2025 at 12:00 AM (MDT) 

*NOTE: Last day to apply is Thursday, June 12, 2025

Position Start Date: August 1, 2025

Required Degree: Ph.D. in Ecology, Microbiology, Evolutionary Biology, or a related field. The required degree must be completed by the start date.

Experience: 

• Strong background in soil ecology, microbiology, bioinformatics, or polar research

• Experience with molecular techniques, environmental DNA analysis, and statistical modeling

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Willingness to travel to remote field sites, including Antarctica

Duties/Expectations: 

• Conduct independent and collaborative research on soil microbial and invertebrate communities

• Design and implement field studies in Antarctic ecosystems

• Analyze complex ecological data, including metagenomic, transcriptomic, and environmental datasets

• Prepare manuscripts for high-impact scientific journals

• Present research findings at national and international conferences

• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students

• Contribute to grant writing and project development

Documents Required at the Time of Application:

• Cover Letter: Describe your research interests, relevant experience, and fit for this position.

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)

• Writing Sample: Provide one or two representative publications or manuscripts.

• References: Contact information for three professional references.

• Mission Alignment Statement (see guidelines below)

Note: Failure to attach the required documents may result in your application not being considered. 

This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.

Mission Alignment Statement

BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrines and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (Spencer W. Kimball). 

Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education.

Employment Requirements

All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.

All faculty are required to abide by the university’s Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrine of the affiliated church.

Equal Opportunity

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.