Postdoctoral Research Fellow: Physics for Policy & Tech

Stanford University - Hoover Institution; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Relocation allowance

Stanford benefits

Job summary

The Hoover Institution at Stanford University seeks outstanding postdoctoral scholars for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow position, starting January 2027. This one-year fixed-term role emphasizes original, policy-relevant research at the intersection of physics, technology, and public policy.

Fellows will collaborate with renowned senior scholars, contribute to analyses intended for national decision-makers, and engage across AI, energy, and climate topics.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Ph.D. in Physics or related field by start date.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic, interdisciplinary team.
• In-residence at Stanford; relocation allowance may be available.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• One-year commitment, renewable by mutual agreement and performance.
• Full-time appointment with no major competing obligations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct original, policy-relevant research in physics and related fields.
• Co-author influential policy analyses for public release and briefings to officials.
• Collaborate with Senior Fellows and external experts to study research innovation ecosystems.
• Contribute to interdisciplinary projects spanning AI, energy, climate, and tech policy.
• Organize and participate in meetings with scientists, policymakers, and industry experts.
• Assist in organizing conferences, workshops, and lectures on science policy.

Skills

Policy analysis

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Research in physics

Scientific writing

Education

Ph.D. in Physics or related field

Job description

The Hoover Institution at Stanford University seeks outstanding postdoctoral scholars for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow position, starting January 2027. This one-year fixed-term role emphasizes original, policy-relevant research at the intersection of physics, technology, and public policy.

Fellows will collaborate with renowned senior scholars, contribute to analyses intended for national decision-makers, and engage across AI, energy, and climate topics.