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Fully funded 1 Nov 2026

Tayebati Postdoctoral Fellows

Massachusetts Institute of Technology · Schwarzman College of Computing

  • Cambridge, United States
  • Artificial Intelligence

MIT Schwarzman College of Computing Tayebati Postdoctoral Fellowship Program 2027–2028 The Tayebati Postdoctoral Fellowship Program at MIT supports exceptional researchers whose work explores the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in select science and engineering fields or in music. Hosted by the MIT Schwarzman College of Computing, the program fosters research at the forefront of AI, where novel computational approaches can advance scientific discovery or expand the possibilities of music composition and performance. By encouraging ambitious, interdisciplinary scholarsh

Fully funded 1 Nov 2026

Northwestern - UChicago Brinson Postdoctoral Fellowship in Astrophysics

University of Chicago · Astronomy and Astrophysics

  • Chicago/Evanston, IL, United States
  • Astrophysics

Northwestern University and The University of Chicago are accepting applications for the Northwestern - UChicago Brinson Postdoctoral Fellowship in Astrophysics, to start in Fall 2027. The Fellow will have the opportunity to pursue an independent research program and benefit from the diverse and dynamic intellectual environments at both Northwestern University’s Center for Interdisciplinary Exploration and Research in Astronomy (learn more about CIERA’s programs and activities) and The University of Chicago (learn more about UChicago’s Astronomy & Astrophysics Department programs and activitie

Fully funded 1 Nov 2026

EPSRC Postdoctoral Pathway Fellow

University of Bristol · Engineering Mathematics and Technology

  • Bristol, United Kingdom
  • Engineering Mathematics and Technology
  • Laura Maclean

The role The EPSRC Postdoctoral Pathway supports EPSRC-funded PhD graduates who are excited about taking the first steps towards research independence with a two-year Fellowship at the University of Bristol. The scheme offers the opportunity to launch your own, independent research career in an exciting and innovative research environment. Postdoctoral Pathway Fellows will propose their own bespoke programme to conduct innovative research at the frontiers of Science and Engineering. Project proposals are invited across the full range of topics in the EPSRC research portfolio EPSRC strategy, re

Fully funded 1 Nov 2026

E. Margaret Burbidge Prize Postdoctoral Fellowship in Astrophysics

University of Chicago · Astronomy and Astrophysics

  • Chicago, United States
  • Astrophysics
  • Jennifer Smith

The University of Chicago Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics is pleased to invite applications for the E. Margaret Burbidge Prize Postdoctoral Fellowship in Astrophysics (with the University Rank of Postdoctoral Scholar) to begin in the fall of 2027. The E. Margaret Burbidge Prize Fellow will be appointed to renewable one-year terms, for up to three years. The Prize Fellowship seeks entrepreneurial individuals who will actively pursue bold and creative ideas. It carries an annual salary of $80,000, and an annual research expense fund of $15,000. The position includes benefits such as ret

Fully funded 1 Nov 2026

CQI Postdoctoral Fellowship in Theoretical Quantum Science

University of Chicago · Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering

  • Chicago, United States
  • Quantum Information Science

CQI Postdoctoral Fellowship in Theoretical Quantum Science ---------------------------------------------------------- Position Type/Academic Rank: Postdoctoral Scholar Location: University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering Start Date: Flexible Subject Areas: Quantum Science Salary: $80,000 About the Unit: The Pritzker School for Molecular Engineering (PME), established in 2011 by the University of Chicago in partnership with Argonne National Laboratory, is a transformational academic unit exploring the intersection of science and engineering. In 2019, in recognition of our s

Fully funded 1 Nov 2026

CQI Postdoctoral Fellowship in Experimental Quantum Science

University of Chicago · Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering

  • Chicago, United States
  • Physics

CQI Postdoctoral Fellowship in Experimental Quantum Science ----------------------------------------------------------- Position Type/Academic Rank: Postdoctoral Scholar Location: University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering Start Date: Flexible Subject Areas: Quantum Science Salary: $80,000 About the Unit: The Pritzker School for Molecular Engineering (PME), established in 2011 by the University of Chicago in partnership with Argonne National Laboratory, is a transformational academic unit exploring the intersection of science and engineering. In 2019, in recognition of our

Fully funded 2 Nov 2026

President's Postdoctoral Scholars Program

Office of Postdoctoral Affairs

  • Columbus, United States

Train. Develop. Mentor. The Ohio State University President’s Postdoctoral Scholars Program (PPSP), recognizes highly qualified postdoctoral trainees who will become leaders in their field. This program supports the scholarly efforts and training of terminal degree holders (e.g., MFA, PhD, and others) who wish to pursue careers in research and creative inquiry, as well as providing professional development and networking opportunities. This program includes salary support and full benefits provided by the Office of the President and the scholar’s faculty mentor/sponsor college for up to two ye

Fully funded 2 Nov 2026

Postdoctoral Fellows at the Kavli Institute for Particle Astrophysics and Cosmology

Stanford University · Kavli Institute for Particle Astrophysics and Cosmology

  • Stanford, United States
  • Astronomy

The Kavli Institute for Particle Astrophysics and Cosmology (KIPAC) at Stanford University and SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory invites applications from recent or soon-to-be Ph.D. graduates for postdoctoral fellowships in astrophysics and cosmology. The positions offer opportunities to develop innovative and independent research programs in these areas using computational, experimental, observational, and theoretical approaches. Existing research programs at KIPAC span many areas of astrophysics and cosmology and include studies of dark energy and cosmic dynamics, structure and galaxy for

Fully funded 3 Nov 2026

Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Northeastern University

  • Boston, United States

Postdoctoral Research Fellow About the Opportunity This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. JOB SUMMARY PINE Lab, under the direction of Dr. Laurel Gabard-Durnam, seeks a postdoctoral fellow to execute research projects within the scope of our Gates Foundation-funded Project SCALE, assessing how we can create and implement low-density and low-cost EEG solutions

Fully funded 3 Nov 2026

Statisticians, Bioinformaticians or Computational Biologist Snr Postdoc/ Postdoc

National University of Singapore - LSI Neurobiology Programme

  • Singapore, Singapore

1. About the role of Senior Postdoctoral The SRF will partner closely with the current computational biology SRF and serve as an intellectual and quantitative lead within the laboratory, helping to formulate biological questions, shape experimental design, develop rigorous analytical strategies, and determine how computational findings can be prioritised and experimentally validated. To be considered for the role of Senior Research Fellow, the candidate must: Hold a PhD specialising in statistics, biostatistics, applied mathematics, computational biology, bioinformatics or a closely related qu

Fully funded 3 Nov 2026

Senior Postdoc/ Postdoc/ RA - iPSC biology and/or RNA biochemistry

National University of Singapore - LSI Neurobiology Programme

  • Singapore, Singapore

We are looking for Senior Research Fellows, Research Fellows and Research Assistants to join as Molecular biologists interested in RNA metabolism and transcriptional dynamics in the Patani lab at NUS. The Patani lab has played a pioneering role in neurodegenerative disease modelling focused on RNA metabolism and cellular autonomy using human patient derived iPSCs neuronal cultures. The lab is looking for creative and driven cellular and molecular biologists with experience in iPSC biology and/or RNA biochemistry to join the group. The candidate will report directly to Prof. Patani. Beyond the

Fully funded 3 Nov 2026

Distinguished Professors, Young Faculty, Postdoctoral Researchers

School of Life Sciences Zhengzhou University

  • 100, Science Avenue, School of Life Sciences, Zhengzhou, China, China

School of Life Sciences, Zhengzhou University, cordially invites global talents to attend the International Postdoctoral Forum on Frontiers and Interdisciplinary Research in Life Sciences. Introduction to Zhengzhou University Zhengzhou University is a key institution under China’s national "211 Project," and a "Double First-Class" university. Jointly administered by the Ministry of Education and Henan Province. Deeply rooted in the richness and depth of Central Plains culture, the university fosters interdisciplinary innovation and multicultural integration, upholding the motto, "Seeking Truth

Fully funded 6 Nov 2026

2027 Postdoctoral Fellowship

Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics · Research

  • Waterloo, Canada
  • Physics

Perimeter Institute Logo Perimeter Institute invites applications for postdoctoral positions from new and recent PhDs working in fundamental theoretical physics. Fellowships may, in addition, be offered jointly between Perimeter and partner institutes and universities. Perimeter Institute offers a dynamic, multi-disciplinary environment with maximum research freedom and opportunity to collaborate within and across fields. We welcome applications from highly creative and intellectually adventurous theorists. Perimeter offers: * comprehensive support including generous research and travel funds

Fully funded 8 Nov 2026

The Jones Fellowship at Lions Vision Center, Wilmer Eye Institute

Johns Hopkins University

  • Baltimore, United States

General Description The Jones Fellowship at Lions Vision Center, Wilmer Eye Institute is a one-year, postdoctoral clinical fellowship beginning July 1. The program aims to train ophthalmologists and optometrists to become experts in clinical vision rehabilitation, related clinical science and research. We emphasize an interdisciplinary team approach to patient care, as demonstrated within the Lions Low Vision Center which has optometrists, an occupational therapist and a rehabilitation therapist providing low vision care within an eye department of 240 full-time faculty. The Lions Vision Resea

Fully funded 8 Nov 2026

Retina Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Johns Hopkins University

  • Baltimore, United States

The Paulus Advanced Retinal Imaging and Laser Laboratory is seeking a motivated postdoctoral research fellow to perform eye research of retinal imaging technologies and treatments for eye disease. Our Advanced Retinal Imaging and Laser Laboratory is a dynamic, diverse, multidisciplinary group dedicated to improving the vision of patients suffering from eye diseases through applying biomedical engineering, biodesign, lasers, photonics, optics, AI, ultrasound, physics, nanoparticles, and biochemistry. We are developing novel multimodal retinal imaging systems, laser therapies, and long-lasting s

Fully funded 8 Nov 2026

Postdoctoral Fellow

Johns Hopkins University

  • Baltimore, United States

General Description The Cho Laboratory directed by Sangkyun Cho, PhD, at Johns Hopkins University seeks 1-2 postdoctoral fellows to lead research projects at the intersection of molecular/cellular biology, tissue engineering, and multi-omics, with an emphasis on fibrosis and precision therapeutics. We are especially interested in candidates who bring deep domain expertise in one or more of the following areas: Stem cells, organoids, tissue engineering, and/or 3D bioprinting Biomaterials for regenerative medicine and mechanobiology CRISPR genome editing, CRISPRa/i Animal work and rodent surgeri

Fully funded 8 Nov 2026

Post-doctoral Fellows

North China University of Water Resources and Electric Power

  • Zhengzhou, China, China
  • Professor Junguo Liu

Call for NCWU-IIASA Joint Postdoctoral Fellows Applications Professor Junguo Liu, President of the North China University of Water Resources and Electric Power (NCWU), and Professor Hans Joachim (John) Schellnhuber, Director General of the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA), Austria, are jointly recruiting postdoctoral researchers in the fields of water resources and Earth system science. The recruited postdoctoral researchers are expected to conduct research in areas including climate change, environmental systems modelling, water resource management and water-saving

Fully funded 9 Nov 2026

Postdoc in nanoscale quantum imaging with scanning NV magnetometry

Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

  • Copenhagen, Hovedstaden, Denmark

Do you want to contribute to a greener future by introducing state-of-the-art scanning nitrogen-vacancy (NV) magnetometry to visualize buried functional processes in energy and electronic materials that are otherwise inaccessible to materials scientists? At DTU Energy, our research targets exactly this, and to reach these goals, we are looking for a postdoc to work at the interface between future energy materials and state-of-the-art quantum sensing using NV magnetometry. You will work in a large team and must therefore both thrive in team-based research as well as contribute to a productive a

Fully funded 9 Nov 2026

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Northeastern University

  • Boston, United States

Postdoctoral Research Associate About the Opportunity About the Gyori Lab for Computational Biomedicine The Gyori Lab for Computational Biomedicine at Northeastern University builds systems that accelerate scientific discovery by combining artificial intelligence with human expertise. The lab develops knowledge-grounded artificial intelligence, text mining and knowledge assembly, mathematical and systems modeling, and causal analysis. Research results are often deployed as widely used open-source software and services. The lab's work is supported by a portfolio of federal and foundation grants

Fully funded 9 Nov 2026

Dunlap Postdoctoral Fellowships in Astronomy and Astrophysics

University of Toronto · Dunlap Institute for Astronomy & Astrophysics

  • Toronto, Canada
  • Astronomy

The University of Toronto invites applications for the Dunlap Postdoctoral Fellowships within the Dunlap Institute for Astronomy and Astrophysics. The Dunlap Institute pursues innovative astronomical technologies and observational research to advance our understanding of the Universe, in close collaboration with colleagues in the David A. Dunlap Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics (DADDAA) and in the Canadian Institute for Theoretical Astrophysics (CITA). Dunlap Fellows are expected to conduct a program of original research either independently or in collaboration with others at the Unive

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