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Postdoc Positions in Theoretical High Energy Physics at USTC (ICTS/PCFT) University of Science and Technology of China in China

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Postdoc

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Mathematics

Funding

Positions are supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China. The appointment is for 2 years, renewable for a third year, with CNY 150,000–250,000 per year depending on qualifications, plus travel funding, staff health insurance, and housing subsidies. Exceptional candidates may receive a Distinguished University Fellowship worth an additional CNY 50,000–150,000 per year.

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Dec 31, 2026

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University of Science and Technology of China

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Theoretical Physics
Nuclear Physics
Particle Physics
Astronomy
Quantum Field Theory
Mathematical Physics
Gravitational Physics
String Theory
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About this position

University of Science and Technology of China (USTC), through the Interdisciplinary Center for Theoretical Study (ICTS) and the Peng Huanwu Center for Fundamental Theory (PCFT), is inviting applications for several postdoctoral positions in theoretical high energy physics in Hefei, China.

The research themes include string/M-theory and its applications, quantum field theory, scattering amplitudes, gravity and cosmology, particle and nuclear physics, and mathematical physics. The positions are supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China.

The appointment is for 2 years, renewable for a third year, with a salary of CNY 150,000–250,000 per year depending on qualifications. The package also includes travel funding, staff health insurance, and housing subsidies. Exceptional candidates may be considered for a Distinguished University Fellowship with an additional CNY 50,000–150,000 per year.

Applicants should prepare a CV, publication list, and a short research statement, and arrange for three letters of reference to be sent. The application deadline is 31 December 2026. Interested candidates should email materials to [email protected] with the subject line “ICTS/PCFT Postdoc 2027 + Your Name”.

This is a strong opportunity for researchers in theoretical physics, high energy physics, cosmology, and related mathematical areas who want to join a major Chinese research environment in Hefei.

Funding details

Positions are supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China. The appointment is for 2 years, renewable for a third year, with CNY 150,000–250,000 per year depending on qualifications, plus travel funding, staff health insurance, and housing subsidies. Exceptional candidates may receive a Distinguished University Fellowship worth an additional CNY 50,000–150,000 per year.

What's required

Applicants should be suited for postdoctoral research in theoretical high energy physics and related areas. The post asks for a CV, publication list, and a short research statement, and requires three letters of reference. Exceptional candidates may be considered for Distinguished University Fellowships.

How to apply

Email a CV, publication list, and short research statement to [email protected]. Arrange for three letters of reference to be sent separately to the same address. Use the subject line “ICTS/PCFT Postdoc 2027 + Your Name”.

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