Post-Doctoral Associate in Energy Theory

Post‑Doctoral Associate in High Energy Theory

Job No: 537513
Work Type:
Full‑time

Location:

Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories:
Physical/Mathematical Sciences
Department:  – LS‑PHYSICS

The High Energy Theory group at the University of Florida invites applications for a postdoctoral research position to start in the Fall of 2026. The appointment is initially for two years, with a possible extension to a third year, subject to the availability of funds. The research interests of the group include beyond Standard Model phenomenology, dark matter, cosmology, and gravitational waves.

The UF particle theory group includes Professors Jeff Dror, Yohei Ema, Rachel Houtz, Pierre Ramond, Pierre Sikivie, Richard Woodard, and Wei Xue. As a group, we host a weekly external seminar series and occasional particle theory workshops.

The successful candidate will join the Institute for Fundamental Theory at UF, which facilitates discussions with other groups working in theoretical research in the department. The Physics Department at the University of Florida boasts faculty members working in related fields, including dark matter detection (ADMX, ALPS, Super

CDMS), experimental particle physics (CMS, Belle II, DUNE), gravitational wave detection (LIGO, LISA, NANOGrav), theoretical astrophysics, and condensed‑matter physics. It also provides access to the world‑class Hi Per Gator  research computing center.

UF is the state’s oldest, largest, and most comprehensive land‑grant university with an enrollment of over 50,000 students. It was ranked 6th in the country among public universities (US News and World Report 2023 rankings), and 1st among public institutions in the Wall Street Journal 2023 survey. Learn more about Gainesville at Visit Gainesville.

Expected Salary:
Competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, with a full benefits package.

Required Qualifications: PhD in theoretical high‑energy physics at the time of appointment.

Preferred: Deep understanding of theoretical high‑energy physics and cosmology.

Application requirements: 1. Letter of application summarizing qualifications, interests, and suitability.
2. Curriculum vitae.
3. Statement on research goals.
4. List of at least three references. After initial review, letters of recommendation will be requested from the references for selected applicants.

Applications must be submitted online. Click on Apply Now at the top of this posting. Applications will be reviewed beginning December 1, 2025, and the position will remain open until filled. Only complete applications will be reviewed. Applications received after this date may be considered at the discretion of the committee and/or hiring authority.

All candidates for employment are subject to a pre‑employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education. The selected candidate must provide an official transcript upon hire. Degrees earned outside the U.S. require evaluation by an approved credentialing service.

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