Vanderbilt University, Physics & Astronomy
Fellowship ID:
Vanderbilt University-Physics & Astronomy-SIMONSCBHSG [#31203]
Fellowship Title:
Postdoctoral Fellowship in Gravitational Physics at Vanderbilt University
Fellowship Type:
Postdoctoral
Location:
Nashville, Tennessee 37203, United States of America
Subject Areas:
Appl Deadline:
2025/12/15 11:59PM
(posted 2025/11/13, listed until 2026/03/11)
(posted 2025/11/13, listed until 2026/03/11) Description:
Description
The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Vanderbilt University invites applications for a Simons Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in the general areas of gravitational theory and black hole astrophysics. This position is intended to expand Alex Lupsasca’s research group (https://lupsasca.com/), which currently includes one postdoc and two graduate students. The appointment will be annual with the expectation of renewal for two additional years subject to satisfactory performance. The anticipated start date is September 1 2026, though an earlier date may be negotiated if appropriate. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in physics, astronomy, or a closely related field by the start date of the appointment. This fellowship will include funding for travel across the nodes of the recently established Simons Collaboration on Black Holes and Strong Gravity: an international, multidisciplinary effort to explore the non-linear and dynamical nature of strong gravity and black holes, both within Einstein’s theory of general relativity and beyond. (Candidates interested in this collaboration may also wish to apply to this related position: https://inspirehep.net/jobs/3072858.) To apply online, candidates should submit the following documents on AcademicJobsOnline.org: a cover letter, CV, list of publications, and a research statement (not to exceed 4 pages). Applicants should also arrange for at least three letters of recommendation to be submitted on their behalf. To ensure full consideration, all materials, including letters of recommendation, must be received by December 15, 2025. Vanderbilt University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.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:
Vanderbilt University
Dept. of Physics & Astronomy
Stevenson Center 6301
Nashville, TN 37235
Dept. of Physics & Astronomy
Stevenson Center 6301
Nashville, TN 37235