Postdoctoral research position in Theoretical High Energy Physics
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Carnegie Mellon University’s Department of Physics invites applications for a postdoctoral research position with the Simons Confinement Collaboration. The group’s research interests include particle physics, effective field theory, cosmology, gravity, quantum field theory, quantum information, and connections between high-energy and condensed matter physics. The full-time appointment begins September 1, 2027, lasts one year, and may be renewed for a second and third year at the university’s discretion.
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Description
The Department of Physics at Carnegie Mellon University invites applications for a postdoctoral research position with the Simons Confinement Collaboration to begin on September 1, 2027. This is a full-time one-year appointment, with the possibility of renewal for a second and third year at the university's discretion. The group presently consists of Professors R. Penco, R. Rosen, I. Rothstein, and G. Tarnopolsky. The interests of our group cover areas of particle physics, effective field theory, cosmology, gravity, quantum field theory, quantum information, and research connecting high-energy physics and condensed matter physics.
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The anticipated starting date is September 2027, though earlier or later start dates can be accommodated. Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in Physics by the time of appointment.
Application Instructions
Applicants must apply via Interfolio and include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a publication list, and a statement of research interests.
In addition, candidates should arrange for at least three letters of recommendation to be uploaded (a prompt will be sent automatically to the applicant’s references when their contact information is entered into Interfolio). For full consideration, all materials should be received by December 15, 2026.
For questions about the position, please contact Prof. Grigory Tarnopolsky at [email protected]
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Carnegie Mellon University is an equal opportunity employer. It does not discriminate in admission, employment, or administration of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or related condition, family status, marital status, parental status, religion, ancestry, veteran status, or genetic information. Furthermore, Carnegie Mellon University does not discriminate and is required not to discriminate in violation of federal, state, or local laws or executive orders.
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