The Department of Biology seeks applications from individuals who are interested in obtaining postdoctoral research experience within the department in the areas of cell and molecular biology, physiology of plants or animals, animal behavior, ecology, evolutionary biology and computational/theoretical biology.

Some Postdoctoral Fellow positions may have the option to work remotely, but this will vary between the faculty labs within the department. Contact the individual faculty and their labs to learn more.

Detailed descriptions of the research programs of the individual faculty are available on the department web page: http://www.biology.colostate.edu/people/ 

Full Consideration Date

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59 p.m. (MT) on June 30, 2026. Individuals wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply.

Signing Bonus

Any signing bonus, up to $2,500, must be approved on a case-by-case basis by the hiring laboratory and departmental leadership.

Essential Job Duties

Essential job duties vary depending on the hiring laboratory and research program, but may include:

• Conducting laboratory, field, or computational research activities

• Collecting, managing, and analyzing research data

• Assisting with experimental design and protocol implementation

• Maintaining laboratory equipment, materials, and documentation

• Contributing to manuscripts, reports, and presentations

• Collaborating with faculty, staff, graduate students, and other research personnel

Conditions of Employment

Pre-employment criminal background check (required for new hires)

Supervision

This position reports to a faculty member within the Department of Biology. Day-to-day supervision and expectations are defined by the hiring laboratory.

Minimum Qualifications

• Applicants must hold a Ph.D. degree in an appropriate discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred qualifications vary by laboratory and may include:

• Prior research experience in a relevant biological discipline

• Experience with laboratory, field, or computational research methods

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research environment

• Experience with data analysis, scientific writing, or specialized research techniques relevant to the hiring lab

Application Instructions

To ensure full consideration, applications, resumes and cover letters must be received by 11:59 p.m. (MT) on June 30, 2026. Individuals wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply.