Leinweber Postdoctoral Fellowships in Theoretical Physics

MIT’s Center for Theoretical Physics, a Leinweber Institute, seeks postdoctoral fellows starting September 1, 2027. The broad search covers quantum field theory, gravity, strings, cosmology, particle and nuclear theory, strong interactions and quantum information, including connections across these fields. Independent research directions are welcome; close matching to a faculty programme is not required. Candidates must first be nominated by a faculty member or equivalent senior industry researcher by October 9, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.

US Eastern Time. Nominees then apply through AcademicJobsOnline. Complete applications and letters are due for full consideration by November 2, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. US Eastern Time.

A nomination by October 9 is mandatory. The employer page links the nominator form. Nominees submit a cover letter, CV, research statement, publications and at least three recommendation letters; the portal also lists the nominator form among required materials.