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IAIFI FELLOWS CALL FOR APPLICATIONS FOR 2027-2030 IAIFI FELLOWSHIP AT MIT

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Application Deadline: 7th of October 2026.

LOCATION: USA

The IAIFI seeks a talented and interdisciplinary group of researchers at an early stage of their careers to join the IAIFI Fellowship program. The role of an IAIFI Fellow is to spark vital interdisciplinary, multi-investigator, multi-subfield collaborations across some of the primary IAIFI domains of theoretical physics, experimental physics, astrophysics, and foundational AI. 

ELIGIBILITY:

The program aims to appoint new IAIFI Postdoctoral Fellows each academic year for three-year fellowship terms, contingent upon programmatic need and the availability of funding. In addition to the IAIFI Fellowships, related postdoctoral opportunities may be available with IAIFI faculty. Applicants may opt in to have their application materials shared with IAIFI faculty for consideration for these positions.

Fellows will be selected through an annual application process. Applicants should have, or be expected to receive by the 1st of September 2027, a PhD in Physics, Astrophysics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field. Complete applications must include:

Cover letter (no more than 1 page);

CV (1-2 pages recommended, but longer accepted);

Statement of research interests (no more than 2 pages);

List of publications;

Exactly three reference letters.

The deadline to receive all the materials (including all reference letters) is the 7th of October 2026.

The Fellows will have substantial freedom in choosing their research focus; each fellow will work with two IAIFI mentors—one from Physics and one from AI—to guide their choice of research topic and evaluate their research progress. Part of the application will include identifying IAIFI faculty whom you feel would be a good match for your research goals. The IAIFI is committed to building a vibrant intellectual community and strongly encourages applications from interested researchers, regardless of background. Any inquiries about the program should be directed to iaifi-fellows@mit.edu. Answers to frequently asked questions can be found at https://iaifi.org/fellows.html#faq.

The IAIFI is a joint NSF-funded venture between MIT, Harvard, Northeastern, Tufts, and Boston University. Fellows are encouraged to collaborate with other IAIFI members. All Fellows are granted workspace at MIT. In addition, Fellows can be affiliated with and have workspace at any of the other four Boston-area IAIFI universities.

MIT is an equal opportunity employer. They strongly encourage applications from individuals from all identities and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive equitable consideration for employment based on their experience and qualifications and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, or national or ethnic origin. View MIT Policy on Non Discrimination and EEOC’s Know Your Rights. Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check, including possible verification of any findings of misconduct (or pending investigations) from prior employers.

BENEFIT:

Salary Range: $71,000 to $90,000

NOTE: IAIFI Fellows are paid a set rate within the MIT postdoc salary range, which is subject to change each year. The salary for an IAIFI Fellow is currently around 15% higher than the minimum postdoc salary at MIT.

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CORNELL ATKINSON POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP IN SUSTAINABILITY: 2027 CALL FOR APPLICATIONS

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Application Deadline: October 20, 5 p.m. ET

LOCATION: USA

Cornell Atkinson Postdoctoral Fellowships support a cohort of creative, exceptionally talented, and highly motivated scholars committed to discovery that contributes directly to solving the most pressing sustainability challenges facing our planet.

The Cornell Atkinson Postdoctoral Fellowship in Sustainability offers a unique opportunity for early career scholars to engage at the nexus of highly rigorous academic research and real impact in sustainability.

ELIGIBILITY:

The postdoctoral program is no longer open to Cornell Ph.D. graduates or current Cornell postdocs, as its purpose is to bring outstanding scholars from outside Cornell to enrich the university’s academic community.

Postdocs must maintain primary residency in Ithaca for the duration of the appointment. Hybrid and remote appointments for Cornell Atkinson postdocs are not permitted.

Applicants must have received their Ph.D. in a field relevant to the proposed research by the start of the fellowship, but no earlier than two years prior to the start date (for this application cycle, no earlier than May 1, 2025).

All applicants meeting the requirements are encouraged to apply. Successful applicants requiring visa sponsorship will be referred to Cornell International Services for guidance on obtaining the appropriate visa to enter and be employed in the United States.

Cornell Atkinson Postdoctoral Fellows are full-time, non-faculty, benefits-eligible staff at Cornell University. Policies that govern employment at Cornell University apply. Accordingly, while field research, including non-US field research, is a common part of many Fellows’ research plans, the Cornell Atkinson Postdoctoral Fellowship is US-based for employment purposes.

Please use this online form to submit your application before 5 p.m. ET on October 20, 2026. Late or incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

Applicant Background (maximum 250 words)
Provide a brief summary of your doctoral research and future career goals, explaining how the postdoctoral fellowship will enhance your career in sustainability research and impact.

Description of Proposed Project (maximum 1,000 words; not including any references placed at the end of the description)
The proposal must offer a concise statement of context, objectives, methods, and significance of the proposed research.

Letters of Recommendation (submitted via email separately by the recommender): Your application packet should include four letters of recommendation. Your recommenders should email their letters directly to atkinson-postdoc@cornell.edu. Because letters of recommendation are due on the same day as the application deadline, we strongly encourage applicants to communicate early with their recommenders.

Up to four postdoctoral fellows are selected each year.

Postdoctoral Fellows must secure one PI-eligible Cornell faculty mentor and one external partner at the time of application. Cornell faculty mentors may support only one fellowship applicant per cycle.

Fellowships are three-year, 12-month appointments at Cornell University. Second- and third-year support is contingent upon satisfactory progress in the first and second years, respectively, along with the availability of funding.

BENEFIT:

Fellowships provide a salary of $65,000 per year, full Cornell University employee benefits, and $12,000 per year for research- and travel-related expenses. Allowable research expenses are governed by Cornell University policies applicable to all academic staff.

The start date for the fellowship is flexible between June 1 and September 1, 2027.

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