Post-doctoral Fellowship in Paleobiology and Outreach Education, Stanford University

The Paleobiology Laboratory at Stanford University seeks a post-doctoral scholar with interest in the evolution of organism size as well as a commitment to scientific education and outreach.  Applicants with experience in quantitative paleobiology, evolutionary biology, and scientific education are particularly encouraged.  The post-doctoral fellow will coordinate and manage approximately 20 high school interns in collecting body size data from the fossil record in collaboration with the Director of Outreach Education and will analyze and write-up the data in collaboration with Prof. Jonathan Payne.  Program information is available at https://historyoflife.stanford.edu/. Funding will be provided for two years.

A starting date of September 1, 2019 is preferred but later starting dates are possible. Review of applications will commence on May 1, 2019 and the position will remain open until filled.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Please email a cover letter, CV, and the names and contact information for three references to jlpayne@stanford.edu