Postdoctoral Research Positions in the GRASP (Gravity, Spacetime, and Particle Physics) Initiative at Harvard University

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Title Postdoctoral Research Positions in the GRASP (Gravity, Spacetime, and Particle Physics) Initiative at Harvard University

School Faculty of Arts and Sciences

Department/Area High-energy Particle Physics

Position Description

Postdoctoral Research Positions in the GRASP Initiative at Harvard University

The Gravity, Spacetime, and Particle Physics ( GRASP ) Initiative -https://grasp.physics.harvard.edu, is now accepting applications for a postdoctoral fellowship in high energy theory. We anticipate a dynamic environment with interactions with many interesting visitors as well as the members of the Harvard theory group.

Positions begin in the academic year 2027-2028 and can begin as early as August 2027. The appointment would be at the rank of Postdoctoral Fellow. The initial appointment is for two years, with a third year contingent upon continued funding and research collaboration.

Applications should consist of a letter of application, CV, and research statement. Please also provide three letters of recommendation from senior scientists who know your work.

Applications and supporting materials should arrive by December 10, 2026 for full consideration.

Basic Qualifications

Candidates for this position must have completed their Ph.D. degree by the appointment start date; demonstrate outstanding research in high energy theory appropriate to the level of the position; and have the ability to identify and pursue research problems independently while working well in an interactive and dynamic setting.

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Contact Information

William Farrell

grasp.physics.harvard.edu

Department of Physics

Faculty of Arts and Sciences

Harvard University

17 Oxford Street

Cambridge, MA 02138

Contact Email [email protected]

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 5

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