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Funding not stated 15 Oct 2026

Accelerator Scientist with Expertise in X-Band Technology and Energy Compression for PETRA IV

Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron DESY

  • Hamburg, Germany
  • Physics

Work group: MPL Area of research: Scientific / postdoctoral posts Starting date: 18.09.2026 Job description: DESY DESY expands its research on novel laser-plasma accelerators (LPAs) for future applications in health, photon science, and particle physics. At the core of these activities is the development of a plasma-based injector for the synchrotron light source PETRA IV. In this context, we are searching for a highly-motivated scientist to develop an energy compression beamline for the future PETRA IV plasma injector. More information about PETRA IV: PETRA IV About your role: Contribute to t

Fully funded 15 Oct 2026

AI-MI Postdoctoral Fellowship, Artificial Intelligence Materials Institute

Cornell University · Research Division

  • Ithaca, United States
  • Applied Mathematics

The Artificial Intelligence Materials Institute (AI-MI) invites applications for the AI-MI Postdoctoral Fellowship. Established in 2025, AI-MI is the first NSF National AI Research Institute focused on materials science. AI-MI's mission is to shift materials discovery from serendipitous to intentional design, reducing discovery timelines from months to days while building reproducible, open workflows for the broader materials and AI research communities. For the postdoctoral fellowship, we seek candidates with a PhD in theoretical or computational condensed-matter physics, applied math, comput

Fully funded 16 Oct 2026

Postdoc Position in System Optimization Using Digital Twin for Power-to-X processes

Aalborg Universitet · The Faculty of Engineering and Science, Department of Energy, Section for applied power electronic systems

  • Aalborg, Denmark
  • Engineering
  • Frede Blaabjerg

Take the next step in your research career at the intersection of digital twins, multi-timescale system optimization, and integrated Power-to-X systems with special focus on the electrical engineering parts. This position offers a unique opportunity to drive the development of system-level digital-twin and optimization methodologies—integrating electrolyzer models with renewable generation, power electronic conversion, energy and hydrogen storage, downstream processes, and energy demand—to enable more efficient, flexible, and economically viable Power-to-X operation. This position is expected

Funding not stated 16 Oct 2026

Stanford Science Fellow

Stanford University · Stanford Science Fellows

  • Stanford, United States
  • Various Disciplines & Fields

The Stanford Science Fellows program invites applications from outstanding graduating doctoral students and early career postdoctoral scholars (no more than three years from degree and no more than two years of prior postdoctoral experience by the start of their term) with a clear intellectual drive to advance foundational research in the natural sciences and a strong commitment to engage collaboratively with a diverse community of scholars. Stanford Science Fellows are an interdisciplinary community of exceptional postdoctoral scholars from around the globe whose work is driven by a sense of

Fully funded 16 Oct 2026

Postdoctoral Researcher in Metabolic Regulation of Inflammation

Karolinska Institutet (KI)

  • Solna, Sweden
  • Medical sciences

Do you want to contribute to top quality medical research? The Rydén and Mejhert laboratory is a multidisciplinary research group of 15-20 members, including postdoctoral fellows, PhD and master’s students, and technical staff. We investigate how alterations in human white adipocyte function contribute to cardiometabolic disorders, including type 2 diabetes, dyslipidemia, and atherosclerosis. Our work combines experimental research in a well-equipped preclinical laboratory at Biomedicum with clinical studies at a dedicated research unit at Karolinska University Hospital, Huddinge. Your mission

Fully funded 16 Oct 2026

Postdoctoral Associate, Program on Freedom and Free Societies

Cornell University · College of Arts and Sciences Fellowships

  • Ithaca, United States
  • All

The Program on Freedom and Free Societies at Cornell University (https://freedomandfreesocieties.cornell.edu/) invites applications for a two-year Postdoctoral Associate appointment running from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2028. Per university policy Postdoctoral Associates must be appointed in one-year intervals. Therefore, the appointment for Year One will run from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2027. The Program supports research, teaching, and public engagement on the institutions, ideas, and practices that sustain free societies. Applications are welcome from scholars in

Fully funded 16 Oct 2026

Postdoc – Multi-omics and Molecular Characterization of Astroblastoma

Princess Máxima Center for Pediatric Oncology

  • Utrecht, Netherlands
  • Medical sciences » Medicine

We are seeking an enthusiastic and ambitious postdoctoral researcher to join the Kool group at the Princess Máxima Center for Pediatric Oncology. You will lead the molecular characterization of astroblastoma, a newly recognized pediatric brain tumor type, using state-of-the-art multi-omics and integrative bioinformatic approaches. Working in a highly collaborative environment together with the Artegiani-Hendriks group in the Máxima, you will uncover the developmental origins, molecular mechanisms and sex-specific biology of astroblastoma, providing a roadmap also for future therapeutic strateg

Funding not stated 16 Oct 2026

Postdoc Position in AI Foundation Models for Crop Microbiomes

Utrecht University

  • Utrecht, Netherlands
  • Agricultural sciences » Phytotechny Agricultural sciences » Soil science Biological sciences » Biodiversity Biological s

Do you want to develop a foundation model for one of biology’s most complex ecosystems? By joining the European Innovation Council (EIC) Pathfinder project NOAH, you will design, train and implement ARCA: an AI foundation model for crop microbiomes. You will work at the interface of deep learning, bioinformatics and microbial ecology, using large-scale microbiome and genome data to learn contextual representations of microbes and communities and translate them into predictive models for successful crop microbiome engineering. Your job Plant-associated microbiomes can strongly influence crop gr

Fully funded 16 Oct 2026

NTN Postdoctoral Fellowship

Fermilab · Neutrino Theory Network

  • Batavia, United States
  • High Energy Physics

The Neutrino Theory Network (NTN) is inviting applications for the NTN Postdoctoral Fellowships. The NTN aims to strengthen the theoretical neutrino physics research effort in the United States and its impact on the domestic and international experimental programs. Successful candidates are expected to develop an original and impactful research portfolio in neutrino physics and astrophysics. Priority will be given to those whose research proposal demonstrates high intellectual merit, tackles important open theoretical questions, while also directly benefiting the current and future US-based ex

Fully funded 17 Oct 2026

Postdoctoral Associate, Pharmaceutical Sciences

University at Buffalo

  • Amherst, United States

Postdoctoral Associate, Pharmaceutical Sciences Position Information Position Title: Postdoctoral Associate, Pharmaceutical Sciences Department: Pharmaceutical Sciences Posting Link: https://apptrkr.com/9772853 "">https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/63883 Job Type: Full-Time Posting Detail Information Position Summary The Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences is looking for a highly motivated Postdoctoral Associate interested in conducting research within the scope of the current laboratory studies. The selected candidate is expected to work on existing projects in nanomedicines and drug d

Funding not stated 17 Oct 2026

Post Doctoral Fellow

University of South Carolina

  • Columbia, United States

Logo: Posting Number: RTF00204PO26 USC Market Title: Post Doctoral Fellow Link to USC Market Title: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156387 Business Title (Internal Title): Post Doctoral Fellow Campus: Columbia Work County: Richland College/Division: College of Arts and Sciences Department: CAS School of Earth, Ocean and, Environment Anticipated Hiring Range: $69,000 Part/Full Time: Full Time Hours per Week: 37.5 Work Schedule: • Monday through Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm. Schedule may change to meet the needs of the school or college. • Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs o

Fully funded 18 Oct 2026

Post Doc position in transition metal catalysis and carbon capture

Aarhus University (AU)

  • Aarhus, Midtjylland, Denmark
  • Professor Troels Skrydstrup

Post Doc position in transition metal catalysis and carbon capture Are you interested in combination of transition metal catalysis, and can you contribute to the development of materials for CO2 capture and utilisation? Then the Skrydstrup Group at the Department of Chemistry, Aarhus University invites you to apply for a 1-year Post Doctoral position (37 hours/week) starting from February 1st, 2027. Expected start date and duration of employment This is a 1-year Post Doctoral position (37 hours/week) from 01.02.2027. Job description • You will be contributing to the development of catalytic me

Funding not stated 18 Oct 2026

Postdoctoral Research Associate

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

  • Chapel Hill, United States

Department: Epidemiology - 463501 Posting Open Date: 08/17/2026 Open Until Filled: Yes Position Type: Postdoctoral Scholar Position Title: Postdoctoral Research Associate Vacancy ID: PDS004945 Full-time/Part-time: Full-Time Temporary Hours per week: 40 FTE: 1 Work Location: Chapel Hill, NC Position Location: North Carolina, US Hiring Range: Dependent on Qualifications Estimated Duration of Appointment: 12 Months Be a Tar Heel!: A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the n

Fully funded 18 Oct 2026

Postdoctoral Fellow (Smith)

Northeast Ohio Medical University

  • Rootstown, United States

Postdoctoral Fellow (Smith) Position Type: Research Department: Pharmaceutical Sciences Full or Part Time: Full Time Pay Grade: MN9 Summary: Engage in independent and collaborative research activities to include designing, conducting and analyzing scientific experiments. Present results of the research along with developing and maintaining knowledge of current scientific literature. Principal Functional Responsibilities: Independent and Collaborative Research: Conducts independent research in collaboration with Principal Investigator. Designs experiments, constructs experimental setups, builds

Fully funded 18 Oct 2026

Postdoctoral Associate

University at Buffalo

  • Amherst, United States

Postdoctoral Associate Position Information Position Title: Postdoctoral Associate Department: Neurosurgery Posting Link: https://apptrkr.com/9775456 ""> https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/63869 Job Type: Full-Time Posting Detail Information Position Summary The Department of Neurosurgery at the University at Buffalo seeks a full-time Postdoctoral Associate to support an interdisciplinary research program focused on image-guided navigation for neurovascular interventions.The successful candidate will develop and evaluate medical robotic systems with artificial intelligence capabilities fo

Fully funded 18 Oct 2026

Postdoctoral Associate

University at Buffalo

  • Amherst, United States

Postdoctoral Associate Position Information Position Title: Postdoctoral Associate Department: Neurosurgery Posting Link: https://apptrkr.com/9775443 ""> https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/63868 Job Type: Full-Time Posting Detail Information Position Summary The Department of Neurosurgery at the University at Buffalo seeks a full-time Postdoctoral Associate to support an interdisciplinary research program focused on image-guided navigation for neurovascular interventions.The successful candidate will develop and evaluate medical imaging and artificial intelligence methods for vascular map

Funding not stated 18 Oct 2026

Post Doctoral Fellow

University of South Carolina

  • Columbia, United States
  • Essential Function

Logo: Posting Number: RTF00206PO26 USC Market Title: Post Doctoral Fellow Link to USC Market Title: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156387 Business Title (Internal Title): Post Doctoral Fellow Campus: Columbia Work County: Richland College/Division: College of Arts and Sciences Department: CAS Geography Anticipated Hiring Range: $60,000 Part/Full Time: Full Time Hours per Week: 37.5 Work Schedule: • Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm • Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department. Type of Staff Position: Staff Research Grant (SRGP) Basis : 12 months Job

Funding not stated 19 Oct 2026

Postdoctoral Fellow - Automotive Engineering

Clemson University

  • Clemson, United States

Postdoctoral Fellow - Automotive Engineering Clemson University: College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences: Automotive Engineering Location: ONE RESEARCH DRIVE (ORD) CU-ICAR(900008) BLDG900008 Open Date: Aug 18, 2026 Description This position serves as a strategic bridge between researchers, industry partners, and external stakeholders, supporting the development of commercialization pathways for emerging technologies. The specialist manages technology development projects, evaluates commercialization potential, and facilitates partnerships to accelerate innovation. This role comb

Funding not stated 19 Oct 2026

Postdoctoral Fellow (IMET)

University of Maryland Baltimore

  • Baltimore, United States

Job Description Postdoctoral Fellows Qualifications Postdoctoral Fellows Job: Postdoctoral Fellows Organization: School of Dentistry - Basic Science Job Posting: Aug 18, 2026

Funding not stated 20 Oct 2026

POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER IN MOLECULAR CHEMISTRY AND ELECTROCHEMISTRY

Université Bourgogne Europe · Nuclear Medecine

  • Dijon, France
  • Chemistry » Molecular chemistry
  • Prof. Charles Devillers

• Laboratory: ICMUB • Department: UFR SCIENCES ET TECHNIQUES • Laboratory description: The Institute of Molecular Chemistry of the University of Burgundy (ICMUB – CNRS UMR 6302), affiliated with the Faculty of Science and Technology, plays a central role in the development and promotion of chemical sciences in both research and education. Its activities are structured around two major transverse research themes (Environment and Health), with metal chemistry, coordination chemistry, and organometallic chemistry as core areas. The institute benefits from several state-of-the-art technological pl

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