Post-Doctoral Associate in Energy Theory

Overview

Job No: 537513

Work Type:
Full Time

Location:

Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories:
Physical/Mathematical Sciences

Department:  - LS-PHYSICS

Classification

Title:

Post-Doctoral Associate

The High Energy Theory group at the University of Florida (UF) 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. The group hosts 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 UF 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 Hi Per Gator  computing center.

UF is a public land‑grant university with a large enrollment and a strong research profile across sciences and engineering. Gainesville offers year‑round outdoor activities and cultural events, with access to regional metropolitan areas within driving distance.

The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. The compensation includes a full benefits package.

PhD in theoretical high energy physics at the time of appointment.

Deep understanding of theoretical high energy physics and cosmology.

For full consideration, applications must be submitted online. Click on Apply Now at the top of this posting.

• A complete application includes: (1) a letter of application summarizing qualifications, interests, and suitability; (2) a complete curriculum vitae; (3) a statement on research goals; (4) a list of at least three references.
• After initial review, letters of recommendation will be requested from the references for selected applicants.

Applications will be reviewed beginning December 1, 2025, and the position will remain open until filled. Only complete applications will be reviewed at this time. 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 will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned outside the United States require evaluation by a credential service approved by NACES (visit http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).).
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