Postdoctoral Fellow in the High Energy Theory Group in Cambridge, Massachusetts at Harvard University
Job Description
| Title | Postdoctoral Fellow in the High Energy Theory Group |
|---|---|
| School | Faculty of Arts and Sciences |
| Department/Area | Physics |
| Position Description | Harvard University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow position in high-energy theory, including, but not limited to, particle physics, particle astrophysics, quantum gravity, quantum field theory, and string theory. The expected start date is September 1, 2027. The initial appointment is for one year, with the possibility of annual renewal for a second and third year, contingent upon satisfactory performance, continued funding, research needs, and required approvals. Applicants must hold a Ph.D. by the appointment start date, demonstrate an outstanding record of research in high-energy physics appropriate to their career stage, and demonstrate the ability to identify and pursue research problems independently while contributing to an interactive and collaborative research environment. Applications must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and research statement and must be submitted by December 7, 2026. Three letters of recommendation must be received by December 14, 2026. |
| Basic Qualifications | Applicants must hold a Ph.D. by the appointment start date, demonstrate an outstanding record of research in high-energy physics appropriate to their career stage, and demonstrate the ability to identify and pursue research problems independently while contributing to an interactive and collaborative research environment. |
| Additional Qualifications | |
| Special Instructions | Applications should consist of a cover letter, CV, and research statement. Also required are three letters of recommendation from senior scientists who know your work. |
| Contact Information | Jennifer Pollock |
| Contact Email | jennifer_pollock@fas.harvard.edu |
| Salary Range | $67,600-$80,000. Pay offered to the selected candidate is dependent on factors such as years of experience, training or qualification, field of scholarship, and accomplishments in the field |
| Minimum Number of References Required | 3 |
| Maximum Number of References Allowed | 3 |
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