Postdoctoral Research Associate

Princeton University Princeton, NJ — USA Princeton University Princeton, NJ USA Posted Nov 25, 2025 Due Nov 24, 2026 Physics Job Description Type: Full-Time Salary: Starting at $65,000/year (commensurate with experience) Posted: 11/24/2025 Category: Physics Position: Postdoctoral Research Associate Position Overview The Department of Physics at Princeton University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate (or more senior researcher) in astroparticle theory with Prof. Mariangela Lisanti . Location: Princeton University, in-person on campus Requisition No.: D-26-PHY-00005 PI Number: 280077776 Start Date: Expected September 2026 (negotiable) Position Description Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Physics, Astrophysics, or a closely related field by the start of the position. The ideal candidate will demonstrate: Experience working on astrophysical probes of dark matter (broadly defined) Research independence, accomplishment, and creativity Mentorship experience and/or the ability to work effectively in a team Term of Appointment Postdoctoral rank: One-year appointment, renewable pending satisfactory performance and funding. Senior researcher rank: Multi-year appointment possible. This position is subject to Princeton University’s background check policy. Research statement (2 pages max, excluding references) addressing the criteria above Names and contact information for three references (letters will be requested for long-listed candidates) Salary: Begins at $65,000/year, commensurate with experience Princeton University considers factors such as position scope, qualifications, work experience, education, skills, market, and collective bargaining agreements when extending offers. Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity Employer . All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to: age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr TopSciNet