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Rutgers University

Postdoctoral Associate

Piscataway, NJ · On-site

$20K/wk

... genomics, biogeochemistry, molecular evolution, and synthetic organic chemistry that will allow the design of interdisciplinary experiments to test origins of life questions. The Postdoctoral ...

University of Michigan

ASSOC PROFESSOR

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

We encourage applications from candidates whose research complements departmental strengths in geohazards, climate change (past and present), Great Lakes science, biogeochemistry/geobiology, and ...

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Senior Scientist, Oceans Science

Boston, MA · On-site +1

$99K - $135K/yr

A PhD in ocean science, biological oceanography, biogeochemistry, marine ecology, or other related field, with at least 5 years' relevant experience (inclusive of postdoctoral) * Senior-level ...

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Senior Scientist, Oceans Science

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$103K - $141K/yr

A PhD in ocean science, biological oceanography, biogeochemistry, marine ecology, or other related field, with at least 5 years' relevant experience (inclusive of postdoctoral) * Senior-level ...

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Senior Scientist, Oceans Science

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

$107K - $147K/yr

A PhD in ocean science, biological oceanography, biogeochemistry, marine ecology, or other related field, with at least 5 years' relevant experience (inclusive of postdoctoral) * Senior-level ...

Schmidt Entities

Associate

New York, NY · On-site

The Climate Center's broader carbon cycle portfolio also encompasses projects within the Virtual Earth System Research Institute (VESRI) and the Ocean Biogeochemistry Virtual Institute (OBVI ...

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Senior Scientist, Oceans Science

Boulder, CO · On-site +1

$94K - $129K/yr

A PhD in ocean science, biological oceanography, biogeochemistry, marine ecology, or other related field, with at least 5 years' relevant experience (inclusive of postdoctoral) * Senior-level ...

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Senior Scientist, Oceans Science

Austin, TX · On-site +1

$90K - $123K/yr

A PhD in ocean science, biological oceanography, biogeochemistry, marine ecology, or other related field, with at least 5 years' relevant experience (inclusive of postdoctoral) * Senior-level ...

EDF

Senior Scientist, Oceans Science

$93K - $127K/yr

A PhD in ocean science, biological oceanography, biogeochemistry, marine ecology, or other related field, with at least 5 years' relevant experience (inclusive of postdoctoral) * Senior-level ...

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Forensic Anthropology Postdoctoral Fellow

Forensic Anthropology Postdoctoral Fellow

Western Michigan University

Kalamazoo, MI • On-site

$46K - $62K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Perform forensic skeletal analyses, scientific identifications, and field recoveries under faculty supervision.

  • Conduct original research in forensic anthropology, including designing projects, presenting findings, and submitting manuscripts for publication.

  • Assist with donor management, maintenance, and processing of skeletal remains for the Body Donation Program.

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Job description

Description
Reporting to the Chair of Pathology, and under the direction of the Pathology Faculty/Director of the
Forensic Anthropology Fellowship Program, conduct forensic skeletal analyses, scientific identifications,
field recoveries, and research and publication under the mentorship of the Forensic Anthropology faculty.
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EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
  • Wellness reimbursement.
  • Continuing education and tuition reimbursement.
  • Employer-funded retirement plan.
  • Two medical plan options: PPO and High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with employer HSA contribution.
  • Flexible work solutions based on position and department.
  • Up to four weeks of PTO accrual beginning in year one.
  • Paid holidays.
  • Paid volunteer time.
  • Paid preferred holiday.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support Forensic Anthropology operations under supervision of faculty:
  • Perform scientific identifications of decedents and write identification reports.
  • Perform skeletal analyses including biological profile, trauma, and pathology and write technical reports.
  • Conduct field search and recoveries and generate summary reports of the findings.
  • Identification of non-human vs. human skeletal remains.

Conduct original research in Forensic Anthropology:
  • Design a research project that compliments the ongoing programs in Pathology and collaborating faculty outside the department.
  • Ideal topics of research include but are not limited to, Substance abuse and bone quality, bone toxicology, skeletal and dental biogeochemistry, human biological affinity and cranial and/or dental morphology, CT imaging and skeletal morphology, bone histology.
  • Pursue research funding.
  • Present research findings at professional meetings.
  • Submit manuscript(s) for publication in peer reviewed journals.

Support the Body Donation Program:
  • Assist with donor management, maintenance, and coordination of remains.
  • Maintenance of the skeletal series and new accessions.
  • Processing and accession of skeletal remains as necessary.

Other:
  • Availability to work occasional overtime on weekends or evenings to complete time sensitive projects.
  • Acquires knowledge for new technology and policy/procedure revisions.
  • All other duties as assigned.

Requirements
To be successful, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed
below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Pre-employment physical exam
required.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
  • PhD in Biological Anthropology or an applicable field.
  • Specialization in Forensic Anthropology.
  • Experience writing forensic case reports.
  • Experience conducting field search and recovery operations.
  • Experience conducting research in Forensic Anthropology.
  • Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, CERTIFICATIONS:
  • Must be eligible to apply to take the American Board of Forensic Anthropology certification exam
    within one year of hire date.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
  • Ability to conduct human osteological analyses.
  • Ability to perform human scientific identifications by comparative radiography.
  • Able to work with forensic pathologists, autopsy assistants, and other forensic experts in a morgue setting.
  • Ability to conduct a search and recovery in a multi-agency field setting.
  • Effective technical report writing skills.
  • Ability to design and execute a research project in line with existing research programs in the department.
  • Effective grant writing skills.
  • Ability to present and publish research findings.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team-orientated environment.
  • Conducts oneself professionally with tact, diplomacy, and discretion.
  • Familiarity with human subjects research protocols and ability to manage confidential information including protected health information.
  • Ability to accept and apply feedback.
  • Regular and predictable attendance is expected.
  • Demonstrates the ability to recognize priorities in organization of work flow.
  • Able to perform duties independently, with a minimal need for direct supervision.

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