Job Details

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Job Posting Number: 2026086NTL

Position Description

The Chattopadhyay Ecohydrology Lab at Texas State University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate to work at the interface of eco-hydrology, freshwater ecology, and environmental DNA (eDNA) analysis. The postdoc will play a central role in developing a new research program focused on intermittent stream systems, with particular emphasis on understanding how hydrologic context and environmental gradients shape biodiversity signals for freshwater macroinvertebrates. This position is ideal for a motivated early-career scientist seeking to grow expertise in interdisciplinary environmental research while contributing to high-impact publications and grant development.

Required Qualifications

• PhD in ecology, environmental science, hydrology, biology, or a closely related field (completed by start date).
• Experience with freshwater field research and environmental sampling.
• Familiarity with eDNA workflows, including water sampling and filtration (wet-lab processing experience is welcome but not required).
• Working knowledge of R/Python for ecological data analysis (data handling, visualization, multivariate analyses).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within an interdisciplinary team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in stream or river systems, particularly intermittent or disturbed systems.
• Exposure to eDNA data interpretation (metabarcoding and/or qPCR).
• Experience integrating ecological data with hydrologic or spatial datasets.
• Interest in expanding quantitative or computational skills (e.g., advanced modeling, machine learning).

Full Consideration Date:

Close Date: 03/23/2026

Open Until Filled? Yes

Quicklink: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/56214

For a detailed description of this position and to apply, visit https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/56214 or call (512) 245-2557 or visit our office at 601 University Dr., J.C. Kellam Bldg., Suite 340.

About Texas State and San Marcos:

Texas State University is a emerging research institution located in the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor and in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. It is the largest of eight campuses in the Texas State University System and one of the 75 largest universities in the country, with over 38,000 students and approximately 4,000 faculty and staff.

Texas State is located in San Marcos, a growing community of over 50,000 people located about half way between Austin and San Antonio. Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and the stately cypress and pecan trees on the campus add to the charm of the university's picturesque setting. Our location on the banks of the San Marcos River provides outdoor recreational activities throughout the year.

Why work @ Texas State?

• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
• Great professional development opportunities: choose from a variety of workshops, training, online learning and even access educational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academic courses
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.