School of Science Postdoctoral Fellow

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT); Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend

Relocation allowance

Research allowance

Health insurance

Job summary

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) invites applications for a three-year postdoctoral fellowship in Cambridge, starting September 2027. The cohort focuses on cross-disciplinary research and includes leadership, mentorship and professional development training.

Applicants must have a PhD by August 2027 and will be evaluated by a School of Science committee. The program offers a stipend of $88,000, relocation of $5,000 and a $15,000 research allowance, plus employee benefits.

Qualifications

• PhD in scientific field by Aug 2027.
• Demonstrated scientific excellence and cross-disciplinary research ability.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research across disciplinary boundaries.
• Participate in leadership, mentorship and professional development training.
• Work within a three-year cohort program under MIT School of Science.

Education

PhD in scientific field

Job description

The Office of the Dean, MIT School of Science, invites applications for its postdoctoral fellowship program. This three-year cohort-based program is expected to start September 2027. We seek to assemble a diverse cohort of world‑class scientists who are conducting research across disciplinary boundaries. In addition to their research, fellows in this cohort will participate in leadership, mentorship and professional development training. Appointments may be extended with funding from the department and/or Principal Investigator (PI), subject to MIT’s policies on postdoctoral appointments and timelines.

REQUIRED: PhD in scientific field (granted by Aug 2027), scientific excellence and an exceptional ability for innovation and cross disciplinary research. Candidates must submit the following documents: i) Curriculum Vitae (CV); ii) 2-page research proposal, describing how their research crosses disciplinary boundaries; iii) Two letters of recommendation: one from a current supervisor; one from the MIT faculty who will mentor the research; iv) (Optional) one paragraph description of how their appointment aligns with the MIT Values Statement. Applications will be reviewed by a selection committee comprised of School of Science faculty and must be submitted online. The deadline for applications is November 15, 2026. Current postdocs at MIT and international candidates are eligible to apply.

This fellowship carries a stipend of $88,000, relocation allowance of $5,000, research allowance of $15,000, plus employee benefits such as health insurance.

MIT is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from individuals from all identities and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive equitable consideration for employment based on their experience and qualifications and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, or national or ethnic origin. ViewMIT Policy on Non DiscriminationandEEOC’s Know Your Rights. Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check, including possible verification of any findings of misconduct (or pending investigations) from prior employers.

Application Materials Required

• Curriculum Vitae
• Research statement
• Optional Statement of how appointment aligns with MIT Values
• Two reference letters

Further Info

Kuheli Dutt

School of Science, 6-131
77 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02139