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Faculty Positions
Visiting Assistant Professor in Nuclear Theory at Michigan State University
Michigan State University (MSU) is seeking to hire a visiting assistant professor in nuclear theory at the Facility for Rare Isotope Beams (FRIB). Applicants should have a strong publication record and experience with high-performance computing and nuclear many-body theory or nonperturbative quantum field theories. The visiting assistant professor will develop nuclear lattice effective field theory codes and perform simulations relevant to the FRIB science program. Other research activities depend on the interests of the candidate. The visiting assistant professor is expected to maintain an active and impactful research program and contribute to a positive work environment at FRIB. The appointment will be for three years with the possibility of renewal.
Interested candidates should submit their curriculum vitae, list of publications, statement of research interests, and contact information for three references for letters of recommendation.
For additional information or to apply for this position, please visit https://inspirehep.net/jobs/2893703
The review of applications begins on March 31, 2025. Applicants should contact Dean Lee (leed@frib.msu.edu) if they have questions.
Assistant Professor in Astronomy at the University of Kentucky in Lexington
The Department of Physics & Astronomy in the College of Arts & Sciences at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY seeks to fill a tenure-eligible faculty position at the Assistant Professor level in Astronomy. This is a 9-month position in the regular title series with an anticipated start date of August 1, 2025. We seek candidates working in any subfield of observational or theoretical astrophysics. We encourage applications from observers who plan to use upcoming open-access observatories.
For additional information and submit application materials visit Academic Jobs Online: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/28271
Ohio State University Faculty Position at the Intersection of Theoretical Nuclear Physics and Astrophysics
The Department of Physics at The Ohio State University announces an opening for a tenure-line faculty hire for a theoretical physicist working at the intersection of nuclear physics and astrophysics. The appointment will be effective in Autumn 2025 at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. We seek a candidate whose work complements that of the nuclear and astrophysics efforts at Ohio State and/or helps initiate new research directions at their intersection. A non-exhaustive list of points of possible connection includes neutrinos and fundamental symmetries, cosmic rays, dark matter, nucleosynthesis, supernovae, neutron stars, cosmology, and the StarLab facility.
For more information regarding the requirements and information on how to submit an application, please visit https://osu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/OSUCareers/job/Columbus-Campus/Assistant-or-Associate-Professor---Intersection-of-Theoretical-Nuclear-Physics-and-Astrophysics_R115667-2
Nuclear Theory Position - Dept of Physics and Astronomy, Univ of TN, Knoxville
The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the field of Theoretical Nuclear Physics. We seek candidates in this field who focus on addressing outstanding theoretical questions in fundamental symmetries and/or neutrino research related to physics beyond the Standard Model. Initially, the appointment is partially funded by the topical collaboration “Nuclear Theory for New Physics.”
For more information regarding the requirements and information on how to submit an application, please visit https://apply.interfolio.com/152240
Staff Positions
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Postdoc and Fellow Positions
Applied Nuclear Theory Postdoctoral Position at LANL
Los Alamos National Laboratory has an open position for an applied nuclear theory postdoc in the T-2 group, https://jobsp1.lanl.gov/OA_HTML/OA.jsp?OAFunc=IRC_VIS_VAC_DISPLAY&OAMC=R&p_svid=136413&p_spid=6204442&p_lang_code=US
The T-2 group (Nuclear and Particle Physics, Astrophysics and Cosmology) in the Theoretical Division at Los Alamos National Laboratory invites applications for one postdoctoral position in theoretical modeling of nuclear reactions and nuclear data evaluations, to begin in the Fall of 2025. Candidates are expected to have obtained a PhD in Physics or closely related field by the beginning of the postdoctoral appointment (within five years of receiving their PhD; exceptions to the five-year cutoff can be made for sufficiently extenuating circumstances). This appointment is for two years. Extension for a third year may be considered, contingent on performance and funding.
The applied nuclear theory group has seven staff members. We conduct research on a broad set of topics, including developing phenomenological and microscopic models of nuclear reactions, nuclear data evaluations and uncertainty quantification, nuclear many-body theory, and high performance/quantum computing with applications in basic science (nuclear astrophysics and cosmology), nuclear energy (fusion and fission) and nuclear safety and security. The group also actively engages in collaborations with theorists and experimentalists at LANL and worldwide.
Interested applicants should submit their application (CV, research statement) and arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent by email (t2-pdsearch-2025@lanl.gov) by June 6, 2025, for full consideration.
The successful candidate will:
- Gain experience in theoretical and computational modeling of nuclear reaction and/or structure physics
- Publish research in leading scientific journals
- Develop strong programming skills
- Work both independently and in a team environment to solve problems in support of Laboratory missions
Postdoctoral positions at the Institute of Modern Physics, Chinese Academy of Science
The theory group in the Institute of Modern Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences is inviting applications for postdoctoral positions in nuclear theory (https://inspirehep.net/jobs/2866336), which begin as early as Spring 2025.
Successful candidates are expected to work on developing quantum algorithms for nuclear structure and reaction theories. Meanwhile, research directions such as developing nuclear structure and reaction theories are also favored. The postdocs are expected to work either in Huizhou, Guangdong province (a city very close to Hongkong, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen) or Lanzhou (the capital city of Gansu province) in China, which is upon personal preference.
Applicants must have a PhD in theoretical nuclear physics, or expected to receive one within one year. While the experience in nuclear theory development (e.g., nuclear many-body methods, nuclear structure and reaction theories) is favored, experience in quantum computing is preferable but not necessarily required.
The appointments are initially for one year, and renewable for a second year, with a possible extension for a third year. We also offer a competitive salary with qualifications for applying for additional benefits.
As for application, please email a research statement (within 2 pages), a curriculum vitae including the publication list to Weijie Du (duweigy@gmail.com). Please also arrange 3 recommendation letters to be emailed to the same email address. To receive full considerations, please complete the application before Mar. 15, 2025.
Postdoctoral fellow position at Washington University in St. Louis
Washington University in St. Louis is inviting applications for a postdoctoral fellow position within the Nuclear Theory for New Physics (NTNP) topical collaboration, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). The NTNP collaboration is dedicated to tackling significant theoretical challenges in the exploration of fundamental symmetries and neutrino research, which aim to advance our understanding of physics beyond the Standard Model.
We seek a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to advance research aligned with NTNP’s objectives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in nuclear theory, with demonstrated expertise in many-body methods, effective field theory, or related computational techniques. The successful applicant will work closely with Profs. Dev, Pastore, and Piarulli and is expected to join the project as soon as possible, but no later than September 2025. Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in nuclear theory or a closely related field by the start of the appointment.
The initial term of the appointment is two years, with the possibility of a third year based on performance and funding availability. Information on being a postdoc at Washington University in St. Louis can be found at https://postdoc.wustl.edu/prospective-postdocs-2/.
Interested candidates should apply at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/29354
Postdoctoral positions at The NSF Physics Frontier Center N3AS
The NSF Physics Frontier Center N3AS (Network for Neutrinos, Nuclear Astrophysics, and Symmetries) has postdoctoral positions available for fall, 2025. Applications can be submitted through Academic Jobs Online, https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/28699.
Two postdoctoral positions within the TARDIS collaboration at MSU
Numerical modeling of astrophysical transients with the open-science TARDIS collaboration
The TARDIS Radiative Transfer Group at Michigan State University invites applications for postdoctoral positions to model
astrophysical transients using the open-science Monte Carlo radiative-transfer framework, TARDIS. While some responsibilities
include extending the TARDIS code, the primary focus is on conducting research with the code to analyze observational data
and publish results.
We are seeking candidates for two research areas:
1. Common Envelope Events in Binary Star Systems: Utilize TARDIS to post-process hydrodynamic simulations and generate
synthetic spectra for these events.
2. Late-Phase Type Ia Supernova Studies: Analyze nebular spectroscopy and light curves, enhance microphysics in TARDIS, and
compare findings with recent spectral data.
Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in astronomy, physics, or a related field by the appointment start date (no later than Fall 2025).
Applications from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged. Experience with radiative transfer methods is a plus but not
required. A background in open-source software development and open science is particularly valued.
These positions offer professional development opportunities in leadership, mentoring, paper and grant writing, presentations, and networking. Successful applicants will contribute to the TARDIS framework and are expected to lead the publication of research results.
To apply, please submit a brief cover letter describing your interest in the position and any proposed research projects using TARDIS,
a curriculum vitae including your thesis title, publication list, mentorship experience, and contributions to open science
(if applicable), and contact information for three references (letters will be requested later). For full consideration,
apply by October 31; however, the positions will remain open until filled. Applications must be submitted through the
MSU hiring website: MSU Careers – Job Posting 927629.
Please ignore any incorrect dates on the application form.
For more information about the TARDIS group and our collaborative efforts, visit the TARDIS website
and the Kerzendorf Lab at MSU.
Postdoctoral fellow position at NSF Focused Research Hub: Advancing Nuclear Theory for Double-Beta Decay
In 2024 the National Science Foundation inaugurated the "Focused Research Hub in Theoretical Physics to Advance the Theory of Nuclear Double Beta-decay (@NDB)." The @NDB Hub contains theoretical physicists and statisticians at the University of North Carolina, Colorado State University, Los Alamos National Laboratory, the University of Maryland, Miami University, Michigan State University, the University of Notre Dame, Ohio University, the University of Tennessee, the University of Washington, and Washington University in St. Louis.
The @NDB Hub anticipates hiring two post-doctoral research fellows who will join the project as soon as possible and not later than September 2025. These first two @NDB Fellows will be situated at the University of Tennessee and the University of Notre Dame (the Hub Center is at the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill). Research at these @NDB sites will focus on the role of nuclear structure in double beta-decay, and we expect the successful candidates to contribute to that effort. Applicants should thus have a strong research record, preferably in the theory of nuclear structure, and display significant initiative to complement their research skills. @NDB fellows will have many opportunities to interact with theorists at the other institutions.
The appointments will initially be for one year. Renewal for a second year is highly probable, but is contingent on funding and job performance. Interested candidates are requested to submit a curriculum vitae, a complete list of publications, and a statement of research interests of no more than one page. Work at Notre Dame will involve the use of the In-Medium Similarity Renormalization Group to compute double-beta nuclear matrix elements, and at Tennessee the coupled cluster method for the same task; research statements should suggest ways in which the applicant can contribute to the effort at one or both institutions.
Please submit applications to Academic Jobs Online, at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/28220.
Questions about the positions should be addressed to Jon Engel at engelj@physcis.unc.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the positions are filled.
Nuclear Astrophysics postdocs positions at LANL
The Nuclear Astrophysics group at Los Alamos National Laboratory welcomes applicants for open postdoc positions to begin in the fall of 2024.
Applications may be submitted online: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/28138. Positions will remain open until filled.
Contact Matthew Mumpower (mumpower at lanl.gov) for more details about these opportunities.