Post-Doctoral Associate in High Energy Theory

Gainesville, FL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Classification Title:	Post-Doctoral Associate
Classification Minimum Requirements:	PhD in physics.
Job Description:	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. 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 a number of faculty members working in related fields including dark matter detection (ADMX ALPS SuperCDMS) 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 HiPerGator research computing center. UF is the states oldest largest and most comprehensive land grant university with an enrollment of over 50000 students and was ranked 6thin the country among public universities (US News and World Report 2023 rankings) and 1stamong public institutions in the Wall Street Journal 2023 survey. UF is located in Gainesville a city of approximately 150000 residents in North-Central Florida 50 miles from the Gulf of Mexico and 67 miles from the Atlantic Ocean and within a 2-hour drive to large metropolitan areas (Orlando Tampa Jacksonville). The beautiful climate and extensive nearby parks and recreational areas afford year-round outdoor activities including hiking biking and nature photography. UFs large college sports programs museums and performing arts center support a range of activities and cultural events for residents to enjoy. Alachua County schools are highly rated and offer a variety of programs including magnet schools and an international baccalaureate program. Learn more about what Gainesville has to offer atVisit Gainesville.
Expected Salary:	The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience and the compensation includes a full benefits package.
Required Qualifications:	PhD in theoretical high energy physics at the time of appointment.
Preferred:	Deep understanding on theoretical high energy physics and cosmology.
Special Instructions to Applicants:	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 the applicants qualifications interests and suitability for the position (2) a complete curriculum vitae (3) a statement on research goals and (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 from an educational institution outside of the United States require evaluation by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) which can be found at Assessment Required:	No

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Classification Title:Post-Doctoral AssociateClassification Minimum Requirements:PhD in physics.Job Description: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 y...

Classification Title:	Post-Doctoral Associate
Classification Minimum Requirements:	PhD in physics.
Job Description:	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. 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 a number of faculty members working in related fields including dark matter detection (ADMX ALPS SuperCDMS) 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 HiPerGator research computing center. UF is the states oldest largest and most comprehensive land grant university with an enrollment of over 50000 students and was ranked 6thin the country among public universities (US News and World Report 2023 rankings) and 1stamong public institutions in the Wall Street Journal 2023 survey. UF is located in Gainesville a city of approximately 150000 residents in North-Central Florida 50 miles from the Gulf of Mexico and 67 miles from the Atlantic Ocean and within a 2-hour drive to large metropolitan areas (Orlando Tampa Jacksonville). The beautiful climate and extensive nearby parks and recreational areas afford year-round outdoor activities including hiking biking and nature photography. UFs large college sports programs museums and performing arts center support a range of activities and cultural events for residents to enjoy. Alachua County schools are highly rated and offer a variety of programs including magnet schools and an international baccalaureate program. Learn more about what Gainesville has to offer atVisit Gainesville.
Expected Salary:	The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience and the compensation includes a full benefits package.
Required Qualifications:	PhD in theoretical high energy physics at the time of appointment.
Preferred:	Deep understanding on theoretical high energy physics and cosmology.
Special Instructions to Applicants:	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 the applicants qualifications interests and suitability for the position (2) a complete curriculum vitae (3) a statement on research goals and (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 from an educational institution outside of the United States require evaluation by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) which can be found at Assessment Required:	No