Postdoctoral Fellow Positions - Physics Pool

Postdoctoral Positions in the Department of Physics

The Department of Physics at Colorado State University seeks applications for postdoctoral positions for . The department has roughly 20 faculty members with research programs in atomic, molecular, and optical physics; condensed matter physics; and high-energy physics and particle astrophysics.

The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date. The department has limited funding and may not be able to sponsor a new H-1B visa for this position.

$45,000-$80,000. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

• Conduct independent and collaborative research aligned with the goals of the principal investigator and department.
• Design, execute, and analyze experiments or studies; interpret results and maintain accurate research records.
• Prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals and present findings at conferences and seminars.
• Contribute to the preparation of grant proposals, progress reports, and other funding-related materials.
• Mentor graduate and undergraduate students in research techniques and scholarly development.
• Participate in departmental activities, research group meetings, and interdisciplinary collaborations.

Specific job duties will be determined by the hiring manager.

Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

No direct supervision; assistance with mentoring research students.

• PhD in Physics or closely related field.

• Prior research experience in a relevant discipline.
• Experience with laboratory, field, or computational research methods.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research environment.
• Experience with data analysis, scientific writing, or specialized research techniques relevant to the hiring lab.

Interested individuals should submit a current resume and a statement of research experience and interest. Please note that there will be one section to upload all required documents. This pool is valid through August 30, 2026, at which time all applicants wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply.

Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.