Postdoctoral Fellows in UC Berkeley Theoretical Astrophysics Center

The Theoretical Astrophysics Center (TAC) at the University of California, Berkeley, invites applications for TAC Postdoctoral Fellows, with an anticipated start date in Fall 2026. TAC Fellows are expected to carry out independent research on topics of their choosing in theoretical astrophysics, broadly defined. The positions are anticipated for three years contingent on satisfactory performance and funding. Applicants responding to this ad will also be considered for grant-supported postdoctoral positions with TAC members. Accepted candidates will have the opportunity to interact and work with the broad spectrum of theoretical astrophysics researchers in the Berkeley Astronomy and Physics Departments and affiliated centers such as the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, the Multi-RAPTOR center, and the N3AS Physics Frontier Center. Successful candidates must have a recent Ph.D. in theoretical physics/astrophysics and the ability to work productively within Berkeley's diverse research environment, including the production and publication of original research and the effective presentation of research results in seminars and at scientific meetings. The position has a competitive salary and allowance for research and travel funds. Requested application materials: Please submit your CV, a publication list, a statement of research interests, and arrange for three letters of reference to be sent on their behalf. Materials should be submitted online at AJO. To ensure full consideration, interested candidates are requested to submit their applications before the deadline of December 5, 2025. The TAC is committed to creating and sustaining an environment that supports and values all members of our community and that is safe, accessible, and respectful of all individuals. UC Berkeley has an excellent benefits package as well as several policies and programs to support employees as they balance work and family life. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, disability, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: https://www.ucop.edu/human-resources/units/employee-and-labor-relations/employee-relations/eeo-affirmative-action.html All letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality: http://apo.berkeley.edu/evalltr.html prior to submitting their letters.