Postdoctoral Research Associate - Spatial Epidemiology

The Illinois Natural History Survey (INHS) at the Prairie Research Institute, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, seeks a Postdoctoral Research Associate to advance understanding of wildlife disease epidemiology within a spatial analysis framework, working with veterinary epidemiologist Dr. Nohra Mateus Pinilla, Dr. Jameson Mori and the Wildlife Veterinary Epidemiology Laboratory. The postdoc manages laboratory diagnostic data linked to spatial information, integrates Illinois Department of Natural Resources data and internal research products into databases for analyses of chronic wasting disease (CWD) prevalence, produces maps and spatial statistical analyses that help state wildlife agencies make policy decisions, and disseminates findings to scientific, management and public audiences.

It is a full-time, in-person position in Champaign with a budgeted salary of $60,000, funded through 30 June 2028 and possibly extended; the preferred start is as soon as possible, and sponsorship for work authorization is not available. Applications received by 31 October 2026 were assured full consideration; the search continues until the position is filled, with applications sent by email to Jameson Mori.

Ph.D. (within the last 10 years or by the start date) in geography, epidemiology, environmental science or a related field; experience in statistical analysis and modelling and working collaboratively in large teams; at least two peer-reviewed publications in these fields. Preferred: GIS Professional (GISP) certificate, epidemiological modelling of wildlife diseases, spatiotemporal statistics, ArcGIS Pro, and a valid driver's license. Application by email to Jameson Mori: cover letter, CV and three references, subject line "Genetics Research".