"Postdoctoral Associate- Mammalian Paleontology"

Required Qualifications: (as evidenced by an attached resume)
PhD degree (or foreign equivalent) in vertebrate paleontology with a concentration in fossil mammal evolution or a closely related field. Expertise in cranial, postcranial and dental anatomy of fossil mammals. Demonstrated research experience in CT-based anatomical studies of fossil mammals.

Preferred Qualifications:
Prior publications on Cretaceous or Paleogene fossil mammals, particularly those of Asia.

Brief Description of Duties:
The Postdoctoral Associate will support the Principal Investigator, Dr. Maureen O'Leary, in the Department of Anatomical Sciences. The incumbent will conduct research and ensure that all experiments are appropriately conducted following the policies and procedures of Stony Brook University. The incumbent will conduct research and ensure that all experiments are appropriately conducted following the policies and procedures of Stony Brook University.

• Within the predetermined research scope and methodology, conduct research in the field of mammalian paleontology.
• Collect and analyze data, including periodical/literature search and utilizing specialized skills in related field to analyze the collected data.
• Participate/assist in manuscript writing for publication in scientific journals and/or presentations. May also assist in grant writing.
• Other duties as assigned, which may include attending Scientific Conferences and Meetings.

Special Notes:
The Research Foundation of SUNY is a private educational corporation. Employment is subject to the Research Foundation policies and procedures, sponsor guidelines and the availability of funding. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Minimum salary threshold must be met to maintain FLSA exemption.

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Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application.