Illinois Natural History Survey
  • Postdoctoral Research Associate - Wildlife Genetics - Application Deadline: October 31, 2026

    The Illinois Natural History Survey (INHS), one of the five Scientific Surveys housed by the Prairie Research Institute, is seeking up to two Postdoctoral Research Associates who will administer research activities of the Survey by developing, planning, coordinating, and conducting research and laboratory work related to wildlife genetics. 

  • Fisheries and Aquatic Ecology Field & Lab Tech (Hourly)

    The Lake Michigan Biological Station, which is part of the Illinois Natural History Survey, is seeking technicians to participate in daily research activities related to monitoring yellow perch population dynamics, nearshore fish assemblages, benthic invertebrate and zooplankton resources, biological community assessment of nearshore artificial reefs, and sport fish harvest dynamics along the Illinois shoreline of Lake Michigan.

    This position will be located at the Lake Michigan Biological Station in Zion, IL. Fieldwork will also occur in various locations throughout Cook County and Lake County, IL. 

  • Wildlife Veterinary Epidemiology Lab Tech (Hourly)

    The Illinois Natural History Survey is seeking technicians to assist with laboratory tasks associated with wildlife research.