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Postdoctoral Associate in Planet Formation Massachusetts Institute of Technology in United States

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Postdoc

Field of study

Planetary Science

Funding

Three-year postdoctoral position; the third year is contingent upon satisfactory progress and availability of funding.

Deadline

Dec 31, 2026

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United States

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Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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Planetary Science
Theoretical Physics
Astronomy
Earth Science
Planet Formation
Physics

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About this position

The Postdoctoral Associate will join the Department of Earth, Atmospheric and Planetary Sciences at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and work under the direction of Professor Richard Teague. The position centers on research in planet formation from both observational and theoretical perspectives, with a preference for projects that complement the ongoing work of the Planet Formation Lab.

The successful researcher will contribute to a broad set of activities across the lab’s science program, including calibrating and analyzing observational data, running numerical simulations, interpreting results, and preparing proposals for telescope or computing resources. The role is designed for a candidate who can connect data analysis and theory within an active planet-formation research environment.

In addition to carrying out independent research, the postdoctoral associate will help mentor and support members of the Planet Formation Lab. More information about the lab is available through MIT’s Planet Formation Lab page.

Funding details

Three-year postdoctoral position; the third year is contingent upon satisfactory progress and availability of funding.

What's required

A Ph.D. in Astronomy, Physics, Planetary Science, or a related field is required by the start date. A background in astronomy, planetary science, or a relevant field is expected, and experience in planet-formation-related research is a strong benefit.

How to apply

Send a CV including a full bibliography and a research statement of up to 3 pages. Include two letters of recommendation. Submit all application materials directly to Professor Richard Teague at [email protected].

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Astrophysics

Planetary Science

Accretion Disk

Protostellar Formation

Multiwavelength Astronomy