New 
Postdoctoral Fellow II
 Utah State University | |
Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits
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 United States, Utah, Logan | |
 Jul 30, 2026 | |
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Postdoctoral Fellow II Requisition ID: 2026-10560 # of Openings: 1 Location: US-UT-Logan Category: Research (non-Faculty) Position Type: Benefited Full-Time Job Classification: Exempt College: College of Engineering Department: Biological & Chemical Engineering Advertised Salary: Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits Overview The Fungal Biotechnology & Engineering (FBE) Lab in the Department of Biological and Chemical Engineering at Utah State University (USU) is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join an interdisciplinary research program investigating electrical activity in fungal networks. This project brings together fungal biology, physiology, microscopy, electrophysiology, and engineering to develop innovative experimental approaches for studying fungal systems. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to an emerging area of research while working within a highly collaborative and supportive environment. The position is fully funded and includes a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional development, mentoring, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The successful candidate will join a collaborative research team led by Dr. Erika J. Espinosa-Ortiz and work closely with Dr. Jixun Zhan, Dr. Lukas Buecherl, and Dr. Venkatraman Siddharthan at Utah State University. This position offers a unique opportunity to work within a highly interdisciplinary environment spanning fungal biology, engineering, and advanced imaging technologies. Applications will be reviewed immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Responsibilities The successful candidate will contribute to the development and implementation of experimental approaches for studying electrical activity in fungal networks, including:
Qualifications Minimum:
Preferred Applicants with experience in one or more of the following areas are particularly encouraged to apply:
Required Documents Along with the online application, please attach:
**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.** Advertised Salary Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits ADA Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions. College/Department Highlights Biological Engineering at USU is a top-25 ranked program in the United States with strong collaborations across the USU campus to provide the successful candidate exposure to interdisciplinary research approaches and strong mentoring and career development. University Highlights Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact. USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State's 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state. Competing at the NCAA Division I level in 16 sports, USU is a proud member of the Pac-12 Conference, officially joining on July 1, 2026. The Aggies capped a historic final season in the Mountain West by capturing nine combined regular-season and tournament titles in 2025-26, with five teams advancing to postseason play. This tradition of excellence extends to the classroom, where 232 student-athletes earned academic honors, and to the community, where USU ranked second nationally in Division I service hours, with nine teams placing in the top 10 for community service. Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU. The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university's ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu . *updated 07/2026 https://careers-usu.icims.com/jobs/10560/postdoctoral-fellow-ii/job?in_iframe=1 Notice of Non-discrimination In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law. The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU's non-discrimination policies: Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, discrimination@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266 Title IX Coordinator Matthew Pinner, titleix@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266 Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, Ut 84322 For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://equity.usu.edu/, or contact: U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481, OCR@ed.gov U.S. Department of Education, Denver Regional Office, 303-844-5695, OCR.Denver@ed.gov Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency je-9f61287288b74f509a704d3a6dabe27b | |