Postdoctoral Positions in Theoretical Particle Physics, Theoretical Cosmology/Gravitation

Physics World; España; Presencial; EUR 30.000 - 45.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A research institute in Barcelona is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Position in Theoretical Particle Physics or Cosmology, starting in Fall 2026. Candidates must have a PhD in Physics, with expertise in Theoretical Physics and research experience in Cosmology or Astroparticle Physics. The position offers a two-year appointment, with potential for a third year, and deals with cutting-edge research relevant to the Beyond the Standard Model and Cosmology. Interested applicants should submit a CV, research statement, publication list, and reference letters.

Formación

• Research expertise in Theoretical Physics, specifically in Cosmology and Gravitation.
• Experience in Beyond the Standard Model and Astroparticle Physics.
• Publication list and CV in PDF format required.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct research in Theoretical Particle Physics or Cosmology.
• Collaborate with group members on strategic projects.
• Prepare research findings for publication.

Educación

PhD degree in Physics

Descripción del empleo

The Theory Group at the Institut de Física d’Altes Energies (IFAE), at the UAB Campus (Barcelona), invites applications for one Postdoctoral Position in Theoretical Particle Physics or Theoretical Cosmology/Gravitation, starting in Fall 2026. The appointment will be for two years, with a possible extension to a third year. The position is funded by the Severo Ochoa grant CEX2024-001441-S.

The candidates should have research expertise in Theoretical Physics, along the strategic lines of the Beyond the Standard Model and Astroparticle Physics and Cosmology groups (https://www.ifae.es/groups/theory/). These include physics beyond the Standard Model, formal aspects of quantum field theories, gravitation, cosmology and astroparticle physics. The members of the group are D. Blas, E. Masso, A. Pomarol, O. Pujolas, M. Quiros, F. Rompineve, E. Salvioni and A. Wulzer.

Applicants should have a PhD degree in Physics by the start of the contract. Applications should include a CV, a statement of research interests and publication list (all in PDF format), and 3 Reference Letters, to be submitted through the portal: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/31126.

The application deadline is December 31st, 2025.

Sending an application implies the candidate’s consent to IFAE to treat their provided personal data according to the current Spanish and European data protection regulations.

IFAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace and social integration of people with a disability. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. People from groups that are typically underrepresented in the labour market in general, and in Science and Engineering in particular, such as women, minorities, or people with a disability, are particularly encouraged to apply.

Further information about the institute can be found at https://www.ifae.es.