University of Copenhagen, Niels Bohr Institute

Fellowship ID:

UCPH-NBI-PDGRCOG [#30635]

Fellowship Title:

Postdoctoral and Assistant Professor Fellowships in Gravitational Physics

Fellowship Type:

Non tenure-track faculty

Location:

Copenhagen, Copenhagen 2100, Denmark

Subject Areas:

High Energy Physics / Theoretical Particle Physics
Astrophysics / Theoretical Astrophysics, Astrophysics, Black holes, Gravitational Waves, mathematics, Relativity, Theoretical Physics / Astrophysics, Cosmology, Gravitational waves, Particle physics (theoretical and experimental) Physics / Astroparticle Physics, Astrophysics (astro-ph), Astrophysics Theory, Cosmology, Dark Matter, Elementary Particle Physics, Element
Fundamental Theory/Cosmology

Appl Deadline:

2025/11/15 11:59PM help popup

(posted 2025/10/01, updated 2025/09/23)

Description:

The Center of Gravity at the Niels Bohr Institute invites expressions of interest for Postdoctoral Fellowships in multiple fields related to Gravitational Physics and Gravitational Wave Astrophysics for a fixed period of up to four (3+1) years. Exceptional and highly motivated individuals will also be considered for 5-year Assistant Professorships. The preferred starting date is Fall 2026.

Postdoctoral Fellows and Assistant Professors at the Center of Gravity at the Niels Bohr Institute have the opportunity to guide more junior fellows, teach courses at various levels, participate in outreach activities, and organize international meetings. Interested individuals are encouraged to upload all material before November 15th, 2025. The search will remain open until completed.

We seek international outstanding individuals eager to join an ambitious research program addressing the physics of black holes, gravitational motion using both advanced quantum field scattering and gravitational self-force techniques, black hole spectroscopy, quantum aspects of spacetime via string theory and holography, and the effect of environments in gravitational wave physics. It further includes the exploration of black holes as engines of discovery, including implications for dark matter physics and connections to particle physics. However, outstanding individuals in complementary fields are also warmly welcomed to upload their material.

This search is part of a vigorous expansion at the Niels Bohr Institute into the field of Gravitational Physics, bringing together several scientists from several areas of theoretical physics and astrophysics, and addressing some of the most burning questions related to gravity. More information can be found on the website: https://the-center-of-gravity.com/

The Center of Gravity (CoG) is a center for new ideas about the foundations of physics. We bring together cutting-edge research in observations of black holes and in the formal theory of relativistic and quantum aspects of gravity, completing the visions of Bohr and Einstein for the gravitational interaction. Our research endeavor spans from data analysis to theoretical disciplines within astrophysics and high-energy physics, and we aim to drive gravitational-wave physics to an exciting future.

We have our physical home in the beautiful and legendary building at Blegdamsvej 17, established by Niels Bohr. This is the place where quantum theory was born and where many exciting new developments in gravity are now taking place. Today, the Niels Bohr Institute carries an important legacy in physics and is one of the leading institutes in theoretical and experimental physics. At the Center of Gravity, we hope to carry on the pioneering spirit that has defined our predecessors at the Niels Bohr Institute through trailblazing and fundamental research.

The University of Copenhagen wishes to reflect the diversity of society and welcomes all qualified individuals regardless of personal background. Postdoctoral Fellows at the University of Copenhagen receive a competitive salary (including pension) and funds for travel and computing. Generous parental leave, state-subsidized childcare, vacation, and full medical care are provided to employees in Denmark. A favorable tax scheme is generally granted to international researchers.

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 description.

Further Info:

https://the-center-of-gravity.com/

The Center of Gravity
Niels Bohr Institute
Blegdamsvej 17
2100 Copenhagen Ø
Denmark