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Harvard University

Open Postdoctoral Position

Cambridge, MA · On-site

$68K - $95K/yr

We study how microbes adapt to their ever-changing environment, using simple and complex survival ... We invite applications from postdoctoral candidates with backgrounds in microbiology and molecular ...

Rutgers University

Postdoctoral Associate

Newark, NJ · On-site

$20K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Microbiology Overview New Jersey's academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences ... environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research. Our faculty are ...

The OSU/A&M System

Postdoctoral Fellow BF9482

Stillwater, OK · On-site

$45K - $47K/yr

  • Retirement

Employment Conditions This is an 11-month temporary 100% research, non-tenure track position ... microbiology, science education, bioinformatics, and cancer and cell biology. The Department of BMB ...

Rutgers University

Postdoctoral Associate

Newark, NJ · On-site

$20K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Microbiology Overview New Jersey's academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences ... WORK ENVIRONMENT: * Laboratory/Animal Care Facility/Office environment. * Moderate noise. Special ...

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As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for temporary environmental microbiology postdoctoral in the United States is $59,022.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49,000.00 and $66,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Environmental Microbiology Postdoctoral vs Environmental Microbiologist?

AspectTemporary Environmental Microbiology PostdoctoralEnvironmental Microbiologist
CredentialsPhD in Microbiology, Environmental Science, or related fieldBachelor's or Master's degree in Microbiology, Environmental Science, or related field
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, academic institutions, field sampling sitesEnvironmental consulting firms, government agencies, research labs
Employer & IndustryUniversities, research institutes, government research programsEnvironmental consulting companies, government agencies, private sector

The Temporary Environmental Microbiology Postdoctoral position is primarily research-focused, often in academic or government labs, requiring a PhD. In contrast, an Environmental Microbiologist may work in various settings, including consulting firms or agencies, with a broader range of educational backgrounds. Both roles involve environmental sampling and analysis but differ in experience level and job scope.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Environmental Microbiology Postdoctoral job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,022 per year, or $28.4 per hour.

Postdoctoral Fellow in the Dept of Environmental & Occupational Health

Indiana University Academic Positions

Bloomington, IN

$45K - $61K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

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Position Details
Title Postdoctoral Fellow in the Dept of Environmental & Occupational Health Appointment Status Non-Tenure Track Department IU Bloomington Environmental and Occupational Health Location Bloomington Position Summary
A postdoctoral fellow position is available in the Department of Environmental and Occupational Health, under the direction of Dr. Drew Capone. This is a USDA grant-funded position. Three years of funding are available, and the position is potentially renewable after the first year depending on performance and funding availability. The position includes benefits (e.g., retirement contribution and health insurance). Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, but applications received by July 1, 2026 will be given full consideration, and the search will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. The earliest anticipated start date is August 1, 2026.
The post doc will join a multi-disciplinary team in Bloomington, Indiana, of microbiologists, virologists, environmental engineers, entomologists, biologists, and epidemiologists to work on a unique set of projects. The primary focus will be conducting environmental surveillance of surface water and blow flies for avian influenza in Indiana. Responsibilities will include field work to collect environmental samples, laboratory analysis using culture dependent and independent approaches, data management, and data analysis. Additional opportunities may include work on the Capone Lab's other domestic and international projects.
About Us
Dr. Drew Capone's research group (https://caponelab.publichealth.indiana.edu) has broad interests in environmental health microbiology. Current projects include public health surveillance using fecal waste streams, microbial fate and transport, the role of infrastructure in interrupting enteric pathogen transmission, and predicting public health outcomes using quantitative microbial risk assessment. Lab members conduct field research in Mozambique and Indiana, as well as wet lab work in Bloomington, Indiana. We use tools from engineering, epidemiology, and environmental health microbiology to investigate the problems affecting low-income individuals and aim to improve public health in the communities where these people live.
Institutional Environment
Located on the flagship campus of the Indiana University System, IU School of Public HealthBloomington has over 200 faculty in five departments. Indiana University is classified as an R1-Highest Research Activity university, is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU), and boasts numerous resources. IU School of Public HealthBloomington combines aspects of a traditional university campus with a strong teaching focus and the research infrastructure of a research-intensive institution.
Basic Qualifications
Qualifications
The postdoctoral fellow position requires a PhD in environmental health, environmental engineering, environmental science, microbiology, or a related scientific field by the time of appointment. We are looking for candidates with:
  • Experience with molecular microbiology methods (e.g., nucleic acid extraction, qPCR, dPCR) and quantitative data analysis
  • Experience with metagenomic sequencing and bioinformatics
  • Fieldwork experience, including environmental sampling
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • An interest in mentoring undergraduate, master's, and Ph.D. students
Department Contact for Questions
Questions pertaining to the PeopleAdmin application procedure may be directed to dwarcher@iu.edu. Questions regarding the position may be directed to Dr. Capone at dscapone@iu.edu.

Additional Qualifications
Responsibilities
The successful applicant will be expected to lead studies, mentor students, and generate new knowledge that is congruent with the overall goals of the laboratory. This includes designing experiments, analyzing data, and generating peer-reviewed publications. Resources are available for travel to scientific meetings, and formal training is available with regards to grant writing, research ethics, rigor and reproducibility, and research management. There will also be opportunities to develop independent research interests, write independent research proposals, and to gain expertise in environmental health microbiology, data analysis, project management, and academic writing.
Salary and Rank Commensurate with Experience Special Instructions
Application Procedure
Provide CV, cover letter summarizing research interests and fit for position, writing sample, and a list of three references. Interested candidates should submit applications at: https://indiana.peopleadmin.com.
For Best Consideration Date 07/01/2026 Expected Start Date 08/01/2026 Posting Number IU-101586-2026

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