Texas A&M University, Physics and Astronomy

720 31440
Position ID:
TAMU-PHYS-POSTDOC2 [#31440, R-089574]
Position Title: 
Postdoctoral Research Associate: HET Phenomenology
Position Type:
Postdoctoral
Position Location:
College Station, Texas 77843-4242, United States of America
Subject Areas: 
High Energy Physics / Dark Matter, gamma rays, Neutrino, Neutrino physics and Astrophysics, Phenomenology, Physics, Theoretical Particle Physics, theory
Appl Deadline:
(posted 2025/12/19, listed until 2026/06/19)
Position Description:
   

Position Description

Applications are invited for a postdoctoral researcher in high-energy phenomenology at Texas A&M University. The postdoctoral research associate will lead research on dark matter, neutrinos, gamma rays, and the search for new physics using astroparticle and terrestrial data. In addition to conducting high-impact research, the role includes analyzing complex datasets and presenting results at major conferences, organizing workshops and seminars to foster collaboration, and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students. Successful applicants are expected to pursue their own research and collaborate with theoretical and experimental members of the Mitchell Institute (https://mitchell.tamu.edu/) at Texas A&M University. Phenomenology faculty in the department include Bhaskar Dutta, Kevin Kelly, and Louis Strigari.

The initial appointment is for two years, with an additional year contingent on mutual agreement. The position includes competitive benefits through TAMU – see https://employees.tamu.edu/benefits/ for details.

All applications must be submitted through https://jobs.tamu.edu by searching for position R-089574 Postdoctoral Research Associate. For full consideration, submit a single pdf (with cover letter, CV with publications, research statement, and a list of at least three potential letter writers with their official, institutional contact information) no later than January 12, 2026.

For further questions, please contact Kevin Kelly at kjkelly@tamu.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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Texas A&M University
Department of Physics and Astronomy
4242 TAMU
College Station, Texas 77843-4242
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