Postdoctoral Fellow, Spectroscopy & Laser Cooling

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’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.