McDonald Institute (MI) Theory Fellowships in theoretical astroparticle physics
Application Deadline: 2025/12/01 11:59PM
The High Energy Physics group at York University is inviting applications for McDonald Institute (MI) Theory Fellowships in the field the areas of theoretical particle physics, astro-particle physics, and phenomenology, to work with Professors Sean Tulin and Nikita Blinov. Candidates with interests in dark matter physics are especially encouraged to apply. Top-ranked applications will be sent to the MI Theory Evaluation committee, who will allocate fellowships. First round offers will be made in December.
Applicants must have completed a Ph.D. in theoretical physics by the start of the appointment and have a record of research excellence. The appointment is for two years, beginning fall 2026, with an extension to a third year upon mutual agreement.
As part of the application process, we expect applicants to complete a short, voluntary demographic survey to support the McDonald Institute’s Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Indigenization (EDII) efforts. Information collected will support future efforts to promote our opportunities to diverse communities. Your individual responses will be kept confidential and will have no impact on your candidacy.
Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research statement
- Three reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site. Letters should be submitted by 2025/12/01 11:59PM
)
And anything else requested in the description.
York University is in Toronto, Canada, near the University of Toronto, Canadian Institute for Theoretical Astrophysics (CITA), Perimeter Institute, Institute for Quantum Computing (IQC) and several other leading research institutions. Current HEP theory faculty include professors Nikita Blinov, Matthew Johnson, Randy Lewis, Kim Maltman and Sean Tulin. The Department also features vibrant ATLAS, neutrino physics and astronomy groups. Information on research activities within the Physics and Astronomy Department at York can be found at: yorku.ca/science/physics/yorku.ca/science/research/hep/
To guarantee full consideration, candidates should apply through Academic Jobs Online by December 1, 2025. However, applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae (with publication list), a research statement of no more than 2 pages which outlines one of your major research achievements and your future research plans, and arrange for three referees to upload their letters through Academic Jobs Online. For further questions, contact Nikita Blinov (nblinov@yorku.ca) or Sean Tulin (stulin@yorku.ca).
York University is committed to employment equity and diversity, and a positive and supportive environment. Candidates from underrepresented groups in physics, especially women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, and persons with disabilities, are strongly encouraged to apply.
