The KICP announces the 2010 Postdoctoral Research Fellowship opportunity. Scientists who have or expect a PhD in Physics, Astrophysics or related fields between September 2006 and September 2010 are invited to apply. Successful applicants will be expected to conduct original research in experimental, observational, numerical or theoretical cosmology in an active interdisciplinary environment. Postdoctoral Scholars are appointed to renewable one-year terms up to three years contingent on funding. Our positions carry a competitive salary and benefits package. Institute Fellows have the freedom to work on any of the efforts in our Institute.

Research at the Kavli Institute for Cosmological Physics (KICP), based at the University of Chicago, is focused on interdisciplinary topics in cosmological physics: characterizing dark energy, studying the inflationary era, exploring the formation of structures in the Universe, and understanding the highest energy gamma and cosmic rays. Experimental studies of the CMB (polarization anisotropy and the Sunyaev-Zel'dovich effect); analysis of cosmological data including CMB data and large-scale structure survey data; analysis of Sloan Digital Sky Survey data; development of the Dark Energy Survey; gravitational lensing studies; high energy astrophysics with photons and cosmic rays; direct detection of dark matter particles and numerous topics in theoretical cosmology constitute the current slate of activities. The KICP also has active visitors, symposia, and education/outreach programs. Information about the KICP can be found at the KICP website.

To apply for the KICP Postdoctoral Research Fellowship, please submit your application by completing the online Application form. Requested information includes email contact information for 3 references who can independently write a letter of support for the applicant. Supplemental materials (Cover Letter [optional]; Curriculum Vitae; Research Statement; List of Publications) should be submitted as PDF files (each up to 10MB) on the application form.

The submission process will take ~ 15-20 minutes if you have all the necessary documents on hand. Please contact centerfellow2009kicp.uchicago.edu if you have any questions.

Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2009 for positions that will begin in the Summer or Fall of 2010. The positions will remain open until filled; however applicants are strongly encouraged to submit all materials (and ensure that 3 letters of recommendation are received) by November 1, 2009.