McDonald Institute Theory Fellowships
Deadline on Nov 25, 2024
Job description:
The Department of Physics and the Theoretical Physics Institute at the University of Alberta are inviting applications for McDonald Institute Theory Fellowships in the field of theoretical astroparticle physics and dark matter phenomenology, to work with Prof. Nassim Bozorgnia. Candidates with interests and/or experience in dark matter physics are especially encouraged to apply. Top-ranked applications will be sent to the Canadian McDonald Institute Theory Evaluation committee, who will allocate fellowships. First round offers will be made in mid-to-late January.
Applicants must have a Ph.D. in theoretical physics and a record of research excellence. The position is for two years, beginning in Fall 2025, with an extension to the third year upon mutual agreement.
The University of Alberta is home to extensive theoretical and experimental particle and astroparticle physics expertise. Information on research activities within the Physics department at the University of Alberta can be found here:
https://www.ualberta.ca/physics/research/centre-for-particle-physics
https://www.ualberta.ca/physics/research/theoretical-physics-institute
https://www.ualberta.ca/physics/research
To guarantee full consideration, candidates should apply by November 25, 2024. However, applications will continue to be accepted until December 30, 2024.
Applicants should send a cover letter, a CV including a list of publications, and a research statement of no more than 3 pages via the online portal: https://apps.ualberta.ca/careers/posting/1701
Please arrange for two letters of reference to be sent by email with the subject line “MITF Reference” directly to Suzette Chan (suzette.chan@ualberta.ca)
For further questions, contact Nassim Bozorgnia (nbozorgnia@ualberta.ca).
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, Métis, and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.
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Letters of Reference should be sent to:
More Information: https://apps.ualberta.ca/careers/posting/1701
