Stephen F. Austin State University

Seeking applicants for our next cohort of the Stengl-Wyer Postdoctoral Scholar program at UT Austin - an opportunity to pursue cutting-edge, independent research on biodiversity and life sciences! Competitive salary, benefits, and research allowance provided for up to 3 years. Recent PhDs and scientists of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

The Stengl-Wyer Postdoctoral Scholars Program at the University of Texas at Austin (UT) is now accepting applications for our 2026 cohort.

The Stengl-Wyer Scholars Program is seeking talented postdoctoral researchers in the broad area of biodiversity and/or organisms in their natural environments. Applicants must propose their own independent research, and may study any group of organisms at levels from genes to populations to communities to ecosystems, using any combination of approaches. Research proposals that incorporate the Texas Field Station Network or the UT Biodiversity Collections are highly encouraged, given the Stengl-Wyer Endowment’s mission. Learn more about the gift here: https://giving.utexas.edu/in-the-pines/.

Scholars receive up to 3 years of support – an annual salary of $70,000 plus benefits; an annual research and travel allowance of $10,000; and up to $3,000 in relocation expenses. Scholars are required to participate in monthly cohort activities and community engagement work, and are encouraged to serve as mentors and collaborate with other faculty, postdocs, and graduate students at UT. Applicants of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Application link and details: https://cns.utexas.edu/research/research-initiatives/stengl-wyer-scholars

Eligibility: Applicants must have completed a Ph.D. or equivalent degree by the projected start date and must not have exceeded 24 months in a full-time postdoctoral or research position at the time of application deadline. Preference will be given to applicants not already in residence at UT. Applicants who are non-US citizens or permanent residents must be eligible for J-1 Scholar visa status; the Stengl-Wyer Scholars program cannot support H-1B visa applications.

Key dates: The 2026 Scholars cohort begins in August/September 2026. Applications close December 8, 2025.

Compensation Information $70,000/year plus University benefits, and $10,000/year research and travel allowance. Up to $3,000 in relocation expenses (required to reside locally to UT Austin).