Doyle Lab - Harvard University, Physics, Postdoctoral Fellow

Harvard University; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvard University’s Doyle Lab in Physics invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow starting January 2027 to lead spectroscopy and laser cooling of complex molecules. Candidates must have completed a Ph.D. in physics or a related field by the start date and show outstanding research potential.

Experience with buffer-gas cooling and high-resolution spectroscopy is required. Submit CV, research statement, and arrange for three letters of recommendation from colleagues familiar with your work.

Qualifications

• Experience with spectroscopy methods and laser cooling of molecules.
• Ability to design and execute high-resolution spectroscopy experiments.
• Strong record of independent research in physics.

Responsibilities

• Lead spectroscopy and laser cooling experiments on complex molecules.
• Develop and optimize buffer-gas cooling techniques for molecular samples.
• Publish findings and present at seminars within Harvard Physics Department.

Skills

Spectroscopy

Laser cooling

Buffer-gas cooling

High-resolution spectroscopy

Education

Ph.D. in Physics or related field

Job description

Harvard University

Title: Doyle Lab - Harvard University, Physics, Postdoctoral Fellow

School Faculty of Arts and Sciences Department/Area Physics

Position Description

The Doyle group at Harvard University expects to appoint one postdoctoral fellows beginning in January 2027. Candidates would lead spectroscopy and laser cooling of complex molecules. Experience with buffer-gas cooling and high-resolution spectroscopy required. Candidates should submit a CV, statement of research interests, and arrange for three letters of recommendation to be submitted by scientists familiar with their work. Candidates may also wish to include selected preprints or reprints of articles they have written. Candidates for this position must have completed their Ph.D. degree by the appointment start date; demonstrate outstanding research in physics appropriate to level of the position; and have the ability to identify and pursue research problems independently while working well in an interactive and dynamic setting.

Basic Qualifications

Candidates for this position must have completed their Ph.D. degree by the appointment start date.

Contact Information

Erica Mantone

Harvard Physics Department

17 Oxford st

Cambridge MA 02138

Contact Email: [e-mail]

Salary Range

$67,600-$80,000 Pay offered to the selected candidate is dependent on factors such as years of experience, training or qualification, field of scholarship, and accomplishments in the field

Minimum Number of References Required

3

Maximum Number of References Allowed

5

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents: Curriculum Vitae, Statement of Research

Optional Documents: Cover Letter, Publication PI286893255