Postdoctoral Research Associate

Type: Full-Time

Salary: Starting at $65,000/year (commensurate with experience)

Posted: 11/24/2025

Category: Physics

Position: Postdoctoral Research Associate

The Department of Physics at Princeton University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate (or more senior researcher) in astroparticle theory with Prof. Mariangela Lisanti
.

Location: Princeton University, in-person on campus

Requisition No.: D-26-PHY-00005

PI Number:

Start Date: Expected September 2026 (negotiable)

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Physics, Astrophysics, or a closely related field by the start of the position.

• Experience working on astrophysical probes of dark matter (broadly defined)
• Research independence, accomplishment, and creativity
• Mentorship experience and/or the ability to work effectively in a team

• Postdoctoral rank:
  One-year appointment, renewable pending satisfactory performance and funding.
• Senior researcher rank:
  Multi‑year appointment possible.

This position is subject to Princeton University’s background check policy.

Submit your application online at Princeton University Academic Positions by December 20, 2025, 11:59 pm EST
. Your application should include:

• Research statement (2 pages max, excluding references) addressing the criteria above
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Names and contact information for three references (letters will be requested for long‑listed candidates)

For further information, contact Brenda Zanghi at bzanghi
.

• Salary:
  Begins at $65,000/year, commensurate with experience
• Princeton University considers factors such as position scope, qualifications, work experience, education, skills, market, and collective bargaining agreements when extending offers.
• Comprehensive benefits program available for eligible employees. More information here

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity Employer
. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to: age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic by law.