PHD Researcher jobs at Harvard University

REQUIRED: A bachelor's degree in economics, computer science, mathematics, statistics, or a related field; minimum of two years of specialized experience with qualitative data analysis, research methods, social sciences (which may include experience gained as an undergraduate); and strong quantitative and programming skills in Python and R, time and project management skills, and excellent attention to detail. Preferred start date is June 1st, 2026 with some flexibility. An employment term of 1-2 years is expected. Apply online with a single PDF attachment titled "RA_Application_[First name]_[Last name].pdf", including: cover letter, resume, transcript if applicable. Questions should be directed to ***************. We will review all applications at the end of November and interviews will be conducted in December/January. Revised 10/15/2025 PREDOCTORAL RESEARCHER, Economics, to support work at all stages of the research process on research projects in the fields of econometrics and applied machine learning/artificial intelligence with Professor Ashesh Rambachan. This position offers the opportunity to gain exposure to and training in a broad set of statistical methods and economic research topics. Will engage directly in the research process and implement complete project pipelines covering data processing, machine learning, and statistical inference; work on research projects with Professor Ashesh Rambachan and his co-authors at MIT, the University of Chicago, Harvard University and other institutions; and collaborate with all stages of the research process on projects in the fields of econometrics and applied machine learning / artificial intelligence. Full job description is available here: ***************************************************************************************************************************************************

REQUIRED: A minimum of a bachelor's degree in economics, computer science, mathematics, statistics, or a related field; a minimum of two years of specialized experience with qualitative data analysis, research methods, and social sciences (which may include experience gained as an undergraduate); and strong analytical skills, coding skills in Stata, attention to detail, and communication skills. This is a full-time position located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. An employment term of one to two years is expected, with a preferred start of June 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. The position is ideally suited to those planning to attend graduate school in economics, computer science, data science or a related field. The deadline to apply is December 1st 2025. The full job description is here: ************************************************************************************************************************************************************************* Please apply online by submitting the following materials in a single PDF attachment uploaded on the next page in the "submit resume section" and titled "RA_Application_[First name]_[Last name].pdf" (also please select "no cover letter" on that next page). The single PDF should include a Cover letter describing your interest in the position, relevant skills, including knowledge of Stata, and research experience and qualifications; Resume, please include your GPA and (if available) your class rank; transcripts; (encouraged) a writing sample (and/or a piece of stata code you wrote). This could be from a thesis / independent research project, or part of a previous RA experience. Questions should be directed to ****************. We will review all applications and interview candidates on a rolling basis. Revised 11/14/2025 PREDOCTORAL RESEARCHER, Economics, to support work at all stages of the research process on research projects in in labor economics, studying imperfect competition as well as the role of institutions (e.g. governments, unions) in regulating labor market inequality; gain exposure to and training in a broad set of economic research topics and methods; work on research projects with faculty at MIT and MIT Sloan: Nina Roussille and Anna Stansbury; engage directly in the research process and implement complete project pipelines covering data cleaning, processing and analysis as well as research and grant writing; and meet regularly with Professors to discuss their work, exchange ideas and receive feedback.

REQUIRED: A bachelor's degree in economics, computer science, mathematics, statistics or a related field; a minimum of two years of specialized experience with qualitative data analysis, research methods (which may include experience gained as an undergraduate); strong quantitative and programming skills, time and project management skills and high accuracy of details; and ability to deal with confidential information and/or issues using discretion. PREFERRED: Knowledge of Python, Stata or R; research experience; and experience working with large data sets. Preferred start date is June 1st, 2026, with some flexibility. An employment term of 1-2 years is expected. Please apply online with a single PDF attachment titled "RA_Application_[First name]_[Last name].pdf", including: cover letter, resume, transcript if applicable. Direct questions to Lindsey Raymond at ****************. 10/22/2025 PREDOCTORAL RESEARCHER, Economics, to support all stages of the research process on projects at the intersection of artificial intelligence, labor markets, and economics, investigating how the rapid adoption of AI is transforming work, and how algorithmic decision-making shapes markets; gain exposure to and training in a broad set of research topics in economics and computer science; and be responsible for collecting, cleaning, and analyzing data, natural language processing, and editing papers for publication. They will be fully integrated into the research community at MIT. The position is ideally suited to those planning to attend graduate school in economics, computer science, or a related field.

REQUIRED: Ph.D. in biochemistry, structural biology, biophysics, or a related discipline; demonstrated expertise in transmission electron microscopy (TEM) and/or scanning electron microscopy (SEM); familiarity with cryogenic sample preparation methods; strong troubleshooting, organizational, and interpersonal skills; ability to work independently while balancing the needs of a multi-user facility; and commitment to training and supporting a diverse scientific community. PREFERRED: Four+ years of research experience in biological electron microscopy; experience with cryo-FIB milling and lamella preparation; background in SPA, cryo-electron tomography, or related data processing workflows; experience identifying and diagnosing microscope or equipment performance issues; proficiency with computational tools for cryo EM data analysis; experience with Python, Linux, or HPC environments; and experience in a multi-user or shared research facility. 10/20/2025 RESEARCH SCIENTIST, CRYOEM FACILITY, Biology, will be supporting a diverse and expanding research community in cryogenic sample preparation, imaging, and data analysis and will train and support users in specimen preparation, data collection, and cryo EM/cryo ET workflows; maintain and calibrate instruments; assist in collaborative projects; and help shape next-generation techniques in structural biology including leading the integration of the HydraBio system for advanced in situ studies using fluorescence-guided targeting. Located within MIT.nano, the facility features cutting-edge instrumentation, including a Titan Krios (BioQuantum-K3), Talos Arctica (Falcon3EC/K3), and an Aquilos cryo-FIB/SEM (soon to be upgraded to a HydraBio plasma FIB/SEM with Delmic METEOR fluorescence microscope), along with Chameleon and Vitrobot vitrification systems and robust computational infrastructure. Responsibilities include user training and mentoring (~35%), facility operations and administration (~30%), collaborative work and staff-assisted usage (~20%), equipment maintenance (~10%), and community engagement (~5%). Full job description available here: ********************************************************************************

REQUIRED: Ph.D. by May 2026 in political science, statistics, computer science, or a related program. PREFERRED: Demonstrated skills in methodological areas and their application to the social sciences. Applications should include (as a single PDF) a cover letter, CV, graduate school transcripts, and a two-to-four page research statement. Two letters of recommendation are required, and applicants should ask their referees to send the confidential letters directly to Professor Egami at *************. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the review process will continue until the position is filled. The position is in-person and based on the MIT campus. Visa support is available for this position. For inquiries about the position, please contact Professor Egami at *************. The anticipated start date is June 2026. The position is for a one-year term, renewable based on performance and funding. 12/4/2025 POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE, Political Science, in political methodology and applied statistics with Dr. Naoki Egami, Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science and faculty affiliate of the Institute for Data, Systems, and Society at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. The Postdoctoral Associate will work with Professor Egami on a number of methodological projects, including causal inference, AI for the social sciences, and external validity. The position also offers the opportunity to engage in independent research projects aligned with the candidate's research interests and background.

REQUIRED: A PhD in plasma physics or related area; exceptional computational workflow development skills; and experience and deep understanding of the needs for interpretive transport validation exercises, such as profile fitting, interpretive power balance, uncertainty quantification, inversion techniques, model validation and analysis, and database construction. PREFERRED: Experience with modeling of plasma dynamics (particularly turbulent transport and pedestal physics); experience with data-driven, machine learning and surrogate modeling; and presentation skills and proven research independence. Application material should include a cover letter, CV, and the names and contact information of three references. This material should be submitted as a single PDF in the resume field of the application. This is a one-year position with the possibility of renewal depending on satisfactory performance and continued funding. 12/3/2025 POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE, Plasma Science and Fusion Center - The Magnetic Confinement Energy Integrated Modeling (MFE-IM) and SPARC Performance and Transport (P&T), to conduct research in core/edge modeling, scenario optimization and experimental interpretation in the SPARC tokamak; lead the efforts of creating a platform to analyze experimental data in SPARC early campaign plasmas and integrate with other research groups; create modeled plasma databases using integrated modeling frameworks (such as TRANSP, TORAX, FUSE, ASTRA, JINTRAC, etc); be part of the implementation and application of scenario optimization techniques that could be applied in between shots and between run days, to include model correction techniques and transfer learning to maximize success probability of SPARC experiments; and interact broadly with research groups at MIT, CFS and the broader fusion community.

REQUIRED: Ph.D. in Physics, Nuclear Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related field; general knowledge of fusion-grade plasma physics; strong experimental, analytical, and programming skills; and ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented research environment. PREFERRED: Hands-on experience with microwave or millimeter-wave systems, RF electronics, or plasma diagnostics. This is a one-year position with the possibility of renewal depending on satisfactory performance and continued funding. Application material should include a cover letter, CV, and the names and contact information of three references. This material should be submitted as a single PDF in the resume field of the application. 11/25/2025 POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE, Plasma Science and Fusion Center, to contribute to the development and implementation of advanced plasma diagnostic systems for magnetic fusion experiments; focus on plasma reflectometry and related millimeter-wave technologies, including systems to be deployed in the SPARC tokamak; design, test, and operate millimeter-wave and reflectometry systems for plasma measurements; develop data acquisition and analysis tools; collaborate with multidisciplinary teams at MIT and partner institutions on diagnostic integration and commissioning; and contribute to publications and conference presentations in the field of fusion diagnostics.

REQUIRED: A Ph.D. in Computer Science or another related field defended and completed by the start date of the position, which is no later than September 1, 2026; advanced quantitative methods training with expertise in experiments, identification, and causal inference; proven record of academic excellence, research achievement and publication that contributes to the study of the above areas; attention to detail; self-motivation and ability to work on projects independently; proven ability to handle multiple projects concurrently and meet deadlines; and demonstrated proficiency in Python and willingness to contribute to open source. PREFERRED: Qualitative fieldwork experience. The appointment is for one year starting Summer 2026 (flexible start date), with the possibility of renewal for a second year. The Postdoctoral Associate should expect to work from Cambridge, MA for the duration of the appointment, with some potential fortravel. The position is eligible for MIT benefits. Please provide the following as compiled in one attachment: Cover letter; CV/Resume; and Research statement of primary research interests including ongoing and planned projects (3-5 pages). Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide three letters of reference. Priority review will be given to application materials submitted through careers.mit.edu. 9/15/2025 POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE, Laboratory for Information and Decision Systems (LIDS) and Sloan School of Management in collaboration with The Social and Ethical Responsibilities of Computing (SERC), will focus on generative AI and reasoning through the lens of social and ethical responsibilities of computing; provide supervision and guidance to students, and researchers while engaging in activities that support the general mission of MIT Sloan, SERC, and LIDS; collaborate with other post docs, and instructors along with supervising a SERC scholar's group throughout the academic year. This unique joint appointment offers an exceptional opportunity to conduct cutting-edge research across multiple departments at MIT. Responsibilities will approximately be divided as 50% ongoing and new applied research projects under the supervision of Professors Sertac Karaman and Eric So; 25% independent research; 20% participating in SERC's community-building activities and programming, including to lead a SERC Scholar Group throughout the academic year; and additional responsibilities as determined by organizational needs. The Social and Ethical Responsibilities of Computing (SERC) is facilitating the development of responsible "habits of mind and action" for those who create and deploy computing technologies and foster the creation of technologies in the public interest.

REQUIRED: Ph.D., in applied mathematics, atmospheric or oceanic sciences, computer science, engineering, physics, statistics, or a related field by the date of hire; strong physical, mathematical, and computational background; experience with programming in at least one general-purpose language (preferably Julia) and parallel computing; demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills; self-motivation with and demonstrated ability to conduct independent research; strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills; and ability to deliver results, adapt to change, work on research proposals, and work in team-oriented environments. Application Requirements: Cover letter specifying relevant qualifications, current research interests, and expertise; curriculum vitae; one peer-reviewed publication; and three recommendation letters. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. For more information about the position, please contact Prof. Raffaele Ferrari at ********************. This is a one-year position with a possibility of extension. The start date can be any time after September 1st. 8/21/2025 POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE, Earth, Atmospheric & Planetary Sciences, to work with the Climate Modeling Alliance (CliMA), a multi-disciplinary team spanning MIT, Caltech, and NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory, focused on developing a next-generation, GPU-based climate model that learns physics from data to improve the accuracy of its projections. Will collaborate with oceanographers, mathematicians, and software engineers to develop, validate, and use the ocean component of the new climate model, which leverages the Julia programming language to make it flexible, easy to use, and easy to extend and develop.

REQUIRED: PhD in Political Science, Environmental Science, Sociology, Anthropology, History, Economics, Psychology, Computer Science, and related fields earned after September 1, 2023; and exceptional scholarly achievement and promise for policy-relevant research in international studies. To apply, please submit a cover letter outlining your research interests and a CV including a list of publications through MIT's hiring site here. Additionally, upload the following materials to this form: Research proposal (maximum 1000 words), dissertation abstract with Table of Contents, one writing sample (published article or dissertation chapter), proof of PhD completion or a letter from the dissertation advisor indicating anticipated completion by June 30, 2026, and two letters of reference that should be sent directly by the referees to ******************** (Subject: Applicant's Name). Review of applications begins October 15, 2025, and continues until the position is filled. The appointment starts August 1, 2026, for one year, with the potential for a one-year extension and is contingent upon a satisfactory background check. If you have any questions about our postdoctoral program, please email ********************. 9/2/2025 POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE (2 positions), Center for International Studies (CIS), to conduct policy-relevant research in global development. Will advance research on international, transnational, comparative, and global issues, and involves collaboration with faculty and graduate students. Areas of interest include global challenges such as climate adaptation, environmental degradation, artificial intelligence, inequality reduction, building just societies, conflict resolution, global governance, democratic erosion, health access, and science policy. The full job description is available here.

REQUIRED: Ph.D. in immunology, glycobiology, synthetic biology, or a related area; experience managing an independent research project to completion and publication; a track record of innovation; excellent problem-solving, interpersonal, and oral and written communication skills; and ability to learn quickly, function both independently and as part of a team, and work with a variety of people from all backgrounds and at all levels of training. PREFERRED: expertise in high-dimensional flow cytometry, in vitro or in vivo immune models, animal models, human immunology, functional genomics (e.g., CRISPR screens), and/or single cell transcriptomics. Job #24315 Reopened 7/8/2025 POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE, Koch Institute (KI) for Integrative Cancer Research-Stark Lab, to lead cutting-edge projects to better understand cancer immunology and develop new immunotherapies. To accomplish this, lab projects involve approaches from molecular and synthetic biology, immunology, glycobiology, and biological engineering. Experimental approaches used in the lab include cloning/molecular biology, protein engineering and biochemistry, mammalian cell/tissue culture, flow cytometry, next-generation sequencing, transcriptomics, and animal models of disease. This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in exploring a frontier area of immunobiology to impact cancer and immune therapy while working with other passionate scientists in a collegial, interdisciplinary environment. The Stark Lab is committed to maintaining a work environment that encourages and values contributions by individuals from all backgrounds and lived experiences. In addition to professional development opportunities within the lab, will be able to take advantage of close ties to vibrant scientific communities across MIT, at the Ragon and Broad Institutes, and at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

REQUIRED: Ph.D. in Civil & Environmental Engineering, Materials Science, Industrial Ecology, Chemical Engineering, or a related field; expertise in construction materials science, industrial byproduct utilization, or technology adoption; strong quantitative skills and experience synthesizing technical and market data and material flow analysis; excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to engage with industry stakeholders and translate technical research into actionable insights; and demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team. PREFERRED: Experience with market modeling or construction industry standards; familiarity with carbon-based materials (biochar, graphite, carbon black); and prior publications in relevant areas. This is a one-year position with the possibility of extension based on performance and funding. 9/18/2025 POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE, Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE), to join an interdisciplinary research team focused on the market analysis of solid carbon in the construction materials sector; will assess the market dynamics, material compatibility, and performance limits of solid carbon incorporation in concrete, asphalt, steel, and soil amendment; conduct a thorough review of commercialized and emerging carbon products, developing technical landscape reports, and creating a material-carbon compatibility matrix; and evaluate market demand, using material flow analysis, scalability, and regional adoption constraints for solid carbon applications, providing critical inputs to experimental, economic, and policy analyses in this project. The position offers opportunities to collaborate with industry stakeholders and publish research findings.

REQUIRED: A Ph.D. in Chemistry by the start date; strong publication record in synthetic chemistry and photophysics; and excellent leadership and communication skills, both oral and written. PREFERRED: Experience with DFT or quantum-chemical calculations. This is a one-year appointment that may be renewed based on funding and performance. Applications must contain: 1) a cover letter, 2) a curriculum vitae (CV), and 3) a one-page research plan that reflects the candidates research interest relevant to job ad. These items must be submitted as a single PDF file. Due to volume, no documents willbeaccepted via email. 11/4/2025 POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE, Chemistry, to join the laboratory of Prof. Robert J. Gilliard, Jr. at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT); work on projects related to small-molecule activation; conduct synthetic methods that involve stoichiometric, catalytic, photocatalytic, or electrochemical bond activation strategies and advanced chemical synthesis and various characterization methods, including but not limited to use of an inert atmosphere glovebox and Schlenk line, nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy, electron paramagnetic resonance spectroscopy, ultraviolet-visible spectroscopy, cyclic voltammetry, and X-ray crystallography; ensure appropriate research record-keeping and data management; maintain laboratory instrumentation; and serve as a mentor and resource for junior lab members.

REQUIRED: PhD in Physics or Mechanical Engineering or related area. The position will remain open until qualified candidates are hired. Candidates interested in the position should submit a cover letter that states which project they are interested in, their suitability for that specific project, and the date of their availability; a CV that includes a complete list of publications; and the names and contact information of three references. This material should be submitted as a single PDF in the resume field of the application. This is a one-year position with the possibility of renewal depending on satisfactory performance and continued funding. 11/17/2025 POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE, Plasma Science and Fusion Center (PSFC), to join a team to conduct research in support of the newly awarded Army Research Office sponsored Program to develop an Equation of State and Constitutive Thermodynamic and Transport Relations of 3He, 4Heand 3He-4He mixture; and systematically develop equations of state and thermodynamic constitutive relations for the heliums (3He and 4He) and their mixtures over a temperature range from 10 mK to 300 K and a pressure range of 0 to 30 bar (where these substances are fluid). The project will also have a parallel effort to measure, catalog and characterize the transport properties of the heliums over the same pressure and temperature range. The successful candidates will work in the Cryogenics group at the PSFC. Two post-docs will focus on the Thermodynamic task, and two on the Transport task.

REQUIRED: Ph.D. in Atmospheric science, Civil and Environmental engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field; knowledge of and demonstrated skillset in physics-informed machine learning, numerical weather prediction, regional climate modeling, computational fluid dynamics, computer programming, high performance computing, data analysis, and technical writing; ability to work and communicate effectively in a multidisciplinary research team; track record of publications and scientific output; ability to work independently; and excellent organizational, analytical, and writing skills. PREFERRED: background in energy, power system modeling, and/or uncertainty quantification. To apply, please submit the following to Prof. Howland (****************) with [MCGC] in the subject line: Cover letter describing your relevant experience, scholarly interests, and preferred start date; Curriculum vitae & relevant publications; and 2-3 references (names and contact information). 11/17/2025 POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE, Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) - Howland Lab, is a one-year Postdoctoral Scholar position supported in part by the flagship MIT Climate Grand Challenge project "Preparing for a new world of weather and climate extremes," a project which is co-lead by the Howland Lab and will join a collaborative group of Postdoctoral, PhD, SM, MEng, and undergraduate researchers in the Howland Lab and MIT Parsons Laboratory. Meeting escalating energy demand from emerging uses, such as artificial intelligence (AI) and data centers, will require an unprecedented scale-up in low-cost and reliable energy infrastructure, especially renewable energy generation, transmission, and energy storage. Minimizing the cost of maintaining a reliable balance between electricity supply and demand is critical to integrating renewable energy generation at scale. Meanwhile, the rapidly changing climate and extreme events are increasing the complexity of ensuring reliability in energy systems. Critically, there are major uncertainties in the future weather patterns on which energy systems depend. This project will integrate high-resolution climate model downscaling, based on dynamical modeling and generative AI, with high-fidelity energy system modeling to address key challenges at the interface between climate change mitigation and adaptation emerging in modern power systems.

REQUIRED: Candidates must have a doctoral degree in economics, education, public policy, political science, computer science, or a related field. Candidates should have a demonstrated track record of conducting microeconomic analysis and measuring the welfare impact of government policies using a public economic toolkit. Candidates must have strong management, communication, and technical skills. The Postdoctoral Associate will receive a full-time, one-year appointment that is renewable annually. An employment term of at least two years is strongly preferred. The expected starting salary range is competitive with the market. MIT can sponsor visa for this position. The position is based at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Cambridge, MA. 10/14/2025 POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE, POLICY IMPACTS, Economics, to conduct economic analysis on the welfare impacts of government policies; be part of Policy Impacts, an organization co-founded by Professor Hendren that is dedicated to improving the quality of government decision-making by promoting standardization in policy analysis; and work closely with Nathaniel Hendren and a range of collaborators at other universities along with a research team of pre-doctoral fellows based at MIT. The full job description is available here: *********************************************************************

REQUIRED: Ph.D. in Physics, Nuclear Engineering, Plasma Science, Computer Science, or a related field; familiarity with large-scale data management, curation, and FAIR data principles; experience with plasma physics, MHD stability, or fusion energy research preferred; experience conducting original scientific research as well as publishing in scientific journals; demonstrated skills in scientific programming (Python preferred), workflow automation, and/or control system integration; strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multi-institutional environment, including staff and students from MIT, other universities, national laboratories, and private industry; and commitment to mentoring and outreach in support of a diverse research community. Application material should include a cover letter, CV, and the names and contact information of three references. This material should be submitted as a single PDF in the resume field of the application. The appointment is initially for two years and renewable annually, based upon satisfactory performance. The position location will be either in San Diego, CA at General Atomics or on campus at MIT. The final location will be determined once a candidate has been selected. 10/20/2025 POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE, Plasma Science and Fusion Center (PSFC), to carry out fundamental and applied research in support of the Fusion Energy Data Ecosystem and Repository (FEDER) FIRE collaborative, targeting the creation and implementation of a scalable data infrastructure for fusion energy research; work in the Disruptions group (***************************** and focus on data management and workflow development, integrating diverse data sources (including simulation, experimental, and engineering data), and ensuring compliance with data standards, besides leading/supporting applications development and experiment realizations on DIII-D and international tokamaks; support the creation and validation of machine learning models, particularly in areas like plasma disruption and stability, and plasma-material interaction, and ensure these models are fully integrated into FEDER for use across the fusion energy community; make original research contributions to the PSFC program; produce work for publication, present work at scientific conferences, and mentor graduate and undergraduate students.

REQUIRED: Ph.D. in Physics, Nuclear Engineering, Plasma Science, Computer Science, or a related field; experience with plasma physics, MHD stability, or fusion energy research; familiarity with large-scale data management, curation, FAIR data principles, and machine learning; experience conducting original scientific research as well as publishing in scientific journals; demonstrated skills in scientific programming (Python preferred, JAX desirable), and control system integration (C/C++ familiarity); strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multi-institutional environment, including staff and students from MIT, other universities, national laboratories, and private industry; and commitment to mentoring and outreach in support of a diverse research community. This is a one-year position with the possibility of renewal depending on satisfactory performance and continued funding. The position will be 100% off-campus at General Atomics (GA) in San Diego, CA, working in close coordination with GA researchers and MIT collaborators, including Columbia University, UCSD, and UCI. Application material should include a cover letter, CV, and the names and contact information of three references. This material should be submitted as a single PDF in the resume field of the application. 11/12/2025 POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE, Plasma Science and Fusion Center (PSFC), to carry out fundamental and applied research in support of integrated core and edge MHD instability control for metallic wall tokamaks; work in the Disruptions group and focus on the application and controllability quantification of real-time solutions for avoiding and preventing off-normal events, e.g. tearing and neoclassical tearing modes in metal-wall scenarios; support the creation and validation of machine learning (ML) and hybrid physics + ML models to monitor and control the proximity to stability boundaries, their compliance with open and FAIR principles, besides leading/supporting experiments at DIII-D and international tokamaks; make original research contributions to the PSFC program; produce work for publication; present work at scientific conferences; and mentor graduate and undergraduate students.

REQUIRED: A Ph.D. degree in Chemistry by start date; strong publication record in synthetic chemistry and photophysics; and excellent leadership and communication skills, both oral and written. This is a one-year appointment that may be renewed based on funding and performance. Applications must contain: 1) a cover letter, 2) a curriculum vitae (CV), and 3) a one-page research plan that reflects the candidates research interest relevant to job ad. These items must be submitted as a single PDF file. Due to volume, no documents will be accepted via email. 11/4/2025 POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE, Chemistry, to join the laboratory of Prof. Robert J. Gilliard, Jr. at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT); work on projects related to the design, synthesis, and photophysical properties of near-infrared absorbing and emitting dyes for bioimaging and optoelectronic materials; conduct advanced synthetic techniques, including small-scale work, inert-atmosphere synthesis, multi-step reaction sequences, and chromatography and various characterization methods including but not limited to, nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy, ultraviolet-visible spectroscopy, photoluminescence spectroscopy, time correlated single photon counting, quantum yield measurements, cyclic voltammetry, and X-ray crystallography; ensure appropriate research record-keeping and data management; maintain laboratory instrumentation; and serve as a mentor and resource for junior lab members.