The Wilkinson lab at the University of Maryland, College Park, is hiring a postdoc to join an ongoing NIH-funded project titled “Social stress, epigenetic and immune function across the bat lifespans.” This project aims to determine if age, reproductive effort or social stress influence immune function and response across the lifespans of males and females from five different species of bats. The postdoc will be responsible for analyzing RNA and DNA methylation sequence data and will assist with sample collection from wild and captive bats.
The postdoc will help plan, conduct, and publish research, contribute to the professional development of undergraduate and graduate students, and assist with data dissemination.
Candidates should have a strong background in bioinformatics, genomics and evolutionary biology. A track record of excellent written and verbal communication, and the ability to work well with others is required. Prior experience with analysis of DNA methylation is desirable.
Interested candidates should apply through the University of Maryland job portal (https://umd.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UMCP/job/University-of-Maryland-College-Park/Post-Doctoral-Associate_JR104749). Please feel free to email (wilkinso@umd.edu), with "Post-doctoral position" in the subject line, before applying to ask questions. This is a one-year appointment with potential for renewal for an additional year.
Best Consideration Date: 9/18/2026

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