University of Wisconsin - Madison, Wisconsin IceCube Particle Astrophysics Center, and
Department of Physics

Position ID:
UWMadison-Wisconsin IceCube Particle Astrophysics Center-PD [#30706]
Position Title: 
Postdoctoral position in theoretical particle-astrophysics at the University of Wisconsin–Madison
Position Type:
Postdoctoral
Position Location:
Madison, Wisconsin 53703, United States of America
Subject Areas: 
Theoretical Physics / Theoretical Astrophysics, Theoretical particle physics
Cosmology/Particle Astrophysics
Appl Deadline:
2025/12/19 00:00AMhelp popup (posted 2025/09/29, updated 2025/10/13, listed until 2025/12/19)
Position Description:
   

Position Description

The Wisconsin IceCube Particle Astrophysics Center (WIPAC) and the Department of Physics at the University of Wisconsin–Madison invite applications for a postdoctoral research associate in the areas of theoretical particle physics, astrophysics, and cosmology, including astrophysical tests of physics beyond the Standard Model, dark matter, early universe cosmology, and high-energy astrophysical neutrinos, gamma-rays, and cosmic rays. Successful applicants will have the opportunity to carry out an active research program in these and related areas with significant latitude to pursue research topics of their choice.

Postdoctoral fellows will have an opportunity to engage with the broad range of research opportunities at the University of Wisconsin represented by WIPAC and the Physics Department theoretical physics group. WIPAC is a center for multi-messenger astrophysics and includes theory faculty Dan Hooper, Ke Fang, and Francis Halzen. The theory group in the Physics Department includes Josh Foster, Yang Bai, Jacob Mortiz, Moritz Munchmeyer, Gary Shiu, Lisa Everett, Dan Chung, Vernon Barger, Baha Balantekin, and Aki Hashamoto. The close connection between WIPAC and the Department of Physics provides a stimulating environment for scientific research, collaboration, and postdoctoral career development.

A PhD in physics, astronomy, or a closely related field must be completed before the position begins. Successful applicants will have demonstrated the ability to work both independently and collaboratively and to communicate clearly.

This position is for up to three years. To receive full consideration, submissions should be received no later than December 19, 2025.

To apply, submit a CV, list of publications, research statement, and three letters of recommendation via Academic Jobs Online.

Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Research statement
  • Publication list
  • Three reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site help popup)
And anything else requested in the position description.

Further Info:
https://wipac.wisc.edu/
email address
 
222 W. Washington Avenue
Suite 500
Madison, WI 53703