Postdoctoral Scholar Pool - Department of Biology

Position Description

The Department of Biology seeks to develop a pool of candidates for postdoctoral scholars (post-doc) positions.

These appointments will involve a substantial and full-time commitment to research, scholarship, teaching, or other professional activities. Eligibility for annual reappointment is contingent upon satisfactory performance evaluations during the term period, in addition to continuity of funding and departmental/school need. For more information, please visit Postdoctoral Scholar Appointments, AA/PPS No. 04.01.24 (7.21).

This posting is not intended to convey that such a need currently exists. Applicants applying for a pool position will be available to the departmental search committee for consideration in case the need arises.

Positions are subject to availability of funds.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate in a relevant discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

• Record of scholarly achievements (publications, funding, awards, etc.).

Application Procedures

The Department of Biology will accept applications from qualified applicants on a continual basis. Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered, https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/57388.

Interested individuals should submit the following:

• A current CV.
• A letter of interest outlining specific academic and professional experience relevant to a postdoc research appointment.
• A statement of research interests.
• Unofficial transcripts (all in one document).

As part of the application process, we are requesting contact information for three (3) academic references who can provide information about the applicant’s research skills and experience. Please provide the names and email addresses for your academic references in the Reference Letter section of the employment application.

The selected candidate will be required to provide official transcripts from the highest degree-granting institution.