Research fields currently represented at the YITP include, but are not limited to, quantum field theory, string theory, particle theory, cosmology, condensed matter, statistical mechanics, and quantum information theory. The Institute has a tradition of collaboration with the Departments of Physics and Astronomy and of Mathematics and the Simons Center for Geometry and Physics at Stony Brook and with Brookhaven National Laboratory.

Required Qualifications:
Completion of all requirements for a doctoral degree or foreign equivalent in theoretical physics or closely related field, with an established record of outstanding independent research.

Brief Description of Duties:
The Research Scientist will conduct research in the field of the researcher’s choice in theoretical physics. The researcher may collaborate with senior and junior members of the C.N. Yang Institute for Theoretical Physics, as well as members of other research institutes, and may travel for research purposes.

Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the names, institutions and email addresses of three references who will submit their letters electronically at:

http://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/20579

Review of applications will begin December 6, 2021, and continue until the positions are filled. Stony Brook University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. We encourage protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, women and minorities to apply.

Application Materials Required:
Upload the following items online at this website to complete application:

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Research Statement
• Three Reference Letters (to be submitted by the reference writers at this site )