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Postdoctoral Fellowship in Forensic Anthropology & Taphonomy

Two-year postdoctoral fellowship at Canada's premier Secure Site for Forensic Taphonomic Research (REST[FR]), investigating human post-mortem decomposition chemistry in cold climates.

Official university details ↗Research checked, not sponsored

Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites
PhD in forensic anthropology, taphonomy, or biomedical sciences within the last 4 years.
English language proficiency
English or French professional fluency.
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
Not required.
Thesis / Research statement
Peer-reviewed publication record (minimum 3 first-author papers).
Recommendation letters
Three academic reference letters.

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend
CAD $52,000 annual salaried research contract with benefits
Application fee
CAD $0
Tuition / joining costs
CAD $0

Dates and verification

Application deadline
April 1, 2027
Last source review
2026-10-15

Important verification note

Facts reflect official Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières (UQTR) documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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