Postdoctoral Researcher - Leuthner Lab

Posting Details

Position Details

Title Postdoctoral Researcher - Leuthner Lab Appointment Status Non-Tenure Track Department IU Bloomington Public & Environmental Affairs Location Bloomington Position Summary

The Leuthner Lab at Indiana University (The O'Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs) seeks a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to join an interdisciplinary research program in environmental genomics.

The postdoctoral researcher will have flexibility to define their own research agenda, but a successful candidate will be broadly interested in contributing to projects investigating gene-environment interactions, chemical susceptibility, and effects of exposure on evolutionary processes with a focus on emerging contaminants such as PFAS.

Research integrates Caenorhabditis elegans (C. elegans) as a model system with approaches including:

• Quantitative genetics (GWAS/QTL mapping)
• High-throughput phenotyping
• RNA-seq and multi-omics integration
• Functional genomics (e.g., RNAi, transgenics)

The postdoctoral scholar will have opportunities to lead independent projects, mentor undergraduate researchers, and contribute to grant writing and publications.

Location: Bloomington, Indiana

To apply, please submit a CV, letter of application describing research interests and fit for the position, and contact information for three references to https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/33710.

Review of applications will begin immediately. Applications received by August 3, 2026, will be given full consideration; however, the search will continue until the position is filled.

Expected Start Date: October 1, 2026. Some flexibility may be available based on the selected candidate's availability and institutional hiring timelines.

Basic Qualifications

Required:

• Ph.D. in biology, toxicology, genomics, genetics, bioinformatics, or a closely related field (completed by start date)
• Experience with molecular biology, genetics, or model organism research
• Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research (e.g., publications, dissertation work)
• Strong written and oral communication skills

Preferred:

• Experience with C. elegans or other model organisms
• Experience with high-throughput data analysis (e.g., RNA-seq, GWAS)
• Proficiency in R, Python, or similar computational tools

Department Contact for Questions

Questions regarding the position or application process can be directed to Dr. Tess Leuthner, tleuthne@iu.edu, O'Neill School of Public & Environmental Affairs, Bloomington, Indiana.

Additional Qualifications Salary and Rank $55,000-$65,000 annually, commensurate with experience. Full benefits included. Special Instructions For Best Consideration Date 08/03/2026 Expected Start Date 10/01/2026 Posting Number IU-101602-2026

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Will you now or in the future require employer sponsorship for employment (e.g. H-1B status)?
• Yes
• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of Application
• List Of References

Optional Documents

• Letter of Reference 1
• Letter of Reference 2
• Letter of Reference 3