The successful candidate is expected to perform high-level theoretical research at the interface of theoretical physics and AI. They will work primarily with Jim Halverson and Fabian Ruehle and become a Junior Investigator at the NSF AI Institute for Artificial Intelligence and Fundamental Interactions (IAIFI), where they will participate in IAIFI activities and interact with scientists from Harvard, MIT, and Tufts.

NOTE: This job is offered in addition to two Northeastern Postdoctoral positions, for which you can apply here.

Qualifications

Candidates should have a PhD in theoretical physics or a related subject at the start of their contract. Candidates with experience in string theory and AI are especially encouraged to apply.

Required Documents

All applicants need to submit

• 1 Cover Letter
• 1 CV
• 1 Research Statement
• 1 List of Publications
• 3 Reference Letters

Deadline

For full consideration, applications should be received by 11.59pm US Eastern time on December 15, 2023, including all letters of recommendation.

Additional Information

If you need any assistance or have any questions, please contact James Halverson (j.halverson@northeastern.edu) or Fabian Ruehle (f.ruehle@northeastern.edu).

About Northeastern

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Equal Opportunity

Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. To learn more about Northeastern University’s commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see http://www.northeastern.edu/diversity.