Johns Hopkins University, Physics and Astronomy
Position ID:
JHU-Physics-POSTDOC11 [#30496]
Position Title:
Postdoctoral Fellow in Foundations of Physics, Complexity, and Emergence
Position Type:
Postdoctoral
Position Location:
Baltimore, Maryland 21218, United States of America
Subject Areas:
Appl Deadline:
2025/12/01 11:59PM
(posted 2025/09/04, listed until 2026/03/04)
(posted 2025/09/04, listed until 2026/03/04)Position Description:
Position Description
Johns Hopkins University is anticipating being able to hire a postdoctoral fellow to work with Sean M. Carroll in Physics, Philosophy, and their intersection. Candidates could work in a number of areas in the foundations of physics or the study of complex systems, including quantum foundations, the emergence of spacetime, theoretical cosmology, origin and evolution of complexity, entropy and information, and the physics of social systems. We seek intellectually ambitious candidates with initiative and the ability to work both collaboratively and independently in a vibrant and interactive environment. Candidates would be able to interact with a number of related faculty in theoretical physics (including cosmology, particles and fields, gravitation theory, and artificial intelligence) and the philosophy department, as well as participating in the growing Natural Philosophy Forum. Applications will be due December 1st, 2025. Starting date is September 1st, 2026 (somewhat flexible). A Ph.D. in physics, philosophy, or a related field (obtained before starting) is required. Johns Hopkins is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and welcomes applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research statement
- Publication list
- Three reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site )
And anything else requested in the position description.
Further Info:
410-516-7346
The Johns Hopkins University
Department of Physics and Astronomy
3400 N. Charles Street
Baltimore, MD 21218
Department of Physics and Astronomy
3400 N. Charles Street
Baltimore, MD 21218