Postdoctoral Researcher in Cosmology

Position Description

The Physics Department at Northeastern University seeks a postdoctoral researcher in cosmology. The successful candidate will work with Prof. Jonathan Blazek as well as the broader cosmology group at Northeastern on topics related to weak gravitational lensing, galaxy clustering, and combined-probe cosmological analyses. Depending on skill set and interests, the fellow will have the flexibility to work on several interesting projects, including the Dark Energy Science Collaboration (Vera Rubin Observatory), the Roman Space Telescope, and the OpenUniverse simulation team. Candidates with a range of interests in observational and theoretical cosmology are encouraged to apply.

Located in the heart of Boston, Northeastern is a vibrant research university benefiting from connections between departments and with several surrounding institutions. The Physics Department has strong research programs in theoretical and experimental particle physics and a growing astrophysics/cosmology group. Northeastern is part of the NSF AI Institute for Artificial Intelligence and Fundamental Interactions (https://iaifi.org/), which provides an exciting venue for collaboration across several area institutions.

The candidate should have a Ph.D. in Physics, Astronomy, or a relevant field by the start date. A start in Summer or Fall 2027 is preferred. The position is for three years, renewed annually based on performance.

Applications should be submitted though Academic Jobs Online. Applicants should include a CV with publication list, statement of research interests and accomplishments (3 pages), and a cover letter motivating their application. Three references should also provide letters through the same site.

All applications received by December 4, 2026 will receive full consideration.

Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.