University of Utah, Physics -- High Energy Theory Group
Position ID:
Utah-Physics -- High Energy Theory Group-HETPD26 [#31192]
Position Title:
Postdoc in theoretical high-energy physics and astroparticle physics
Position Type:
Postdoctoral
Position Location:
Salt Lake City, Utah 84112, United States of America
Subject Areas:
Particle Theory
High-Energy Theory
Particle and Astroparticle Phenomenology
Particle Physics
Physics (more...)
High-Energy Theory
Particle and Astroparticle Phenomenology
Particle Physics
Physics (more...)
Appl Deadline:
2025/12/15 11:59PM
(posted 2025/11/12)
(posted 2025/11/12)Position Description:
Position Description
The High Energy Theory group at the University of Utah invites applications for one or more postdoctoral positions to begin in approximately August 2026. Areas of specialization include theoretical and phenomenological high energy physics and astroparticle physics. Successful applicants will have research interests that overlap with those of Professors Gustavo Marques-Tavares, Pearl Sandick, and/or Zhengkang Zhang. Additional faculty in the High Energy Theory group include Professor Paolo Gondolo and Emeritus Professors Carleton DeTar and Yong-Shi Wu. You can learn more about research in the High Energy Theory group as well as other related research in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at https://www.physics.utah.edu/research/. Postdoctoral appointment(s) are annual and renewable for up to three years contingent on satisfactory performance and the availability of continued funding. Your complete application must include a CV, publication list, statement of research interests, and 3-5 reference letters. Complete applications received by December 15, 2025 will receive first consideration. Applications submitted after December 15 will be considered only as long as a position is available. ******************************The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients. All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/ Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research statement
- Publication list
- Three to five reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site )
And anything else requested in the position description.
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