09.09.2026 Associate Professor of Theoretical Physics at NBI University of Copenhagen The Niels Bohr Institute announces the availability of a faculty position in any area of theoretical physics with an emphasis on paradigm-shifting science. The search is open to all areas of theoretical physics. The application process is a two-step procedure: applicants are invited to initially submit a short application consisting of CV and publication list only. The Niels Bohr Institute will then screen these and subsequently invite a subset of applicants to submit a full application. Application deadline: 01-10-2026; Employment start: 01-06-2027. Read more

09.09.2026 Northwestern – UChicago Brinson Postdoctoral Fellowship in Astrophysics Northwestern University and The University of Chicago are accepting applications for the Northwestern – UChicago Brinson Postdoctoral Fellowship in Astrophysics, to start in Fall 2027. The Fellow will have the opportunity to pursue an independent research program and benefit from the diverse and dynamic intellectual environments at both Northwestern University’s Center for Interdisciplinary Exploration and Research in Astronomy (learn more about CIERA’s programs and activities) and The University of Chicago (learn more about UChicago’s Astronomy & Astrophysics Department programs and activities). Candidates in all areas of Astronomy and Astrophysics are encouraged to apply. Applications received by November 1, 2026 will receive…

09.09.2026 Assistant/Associate Professor in Astronomy & Astrophysics at University of Chicago The Department of Astronomy & Astrophysics at the University of Chicago invites applications for Assistant Professor and Associate Professor. We are interested in outstanding scientists who use theoretical, computational, and/or observational approaches to study any aspect of the “Extreme Universe”, including multi-messenger/time-domain Astronomy and high-energy/plasma Astrophysics. The ideal candidate would pursue an original research program in the Department, possibly complementing our existing strengths in cosmology, observational astronomy, galaxy formation, and exoplanets. Review of applications will begin on November 16, 2026 and will continue until the positions are filled. Read more

09.09.2026 Postdoctoral positions at the Center of Gravity, Copenhagen The Center of Gravity at the Niels Bohr Institute invites expressions of interest for Postdoctoral Fellowships in Gravitational Wave Astrophysics for a fixed period of up to four (3+1) years. The preferred starting date is Fall 2027.Postdoctoral Fellows at the Niels Bohr Institute have the opportunity to guide more junior fellows, teach courses at various levels, participate in outreach activities, and organize international meetings. Interested individuals are encouraged to upload all material before November 15th, 2026. The search will remain open until finished. Read more

08.09.2026 Senior Lecturer in Physics and Astronomy (women-only) – Swinburne University, Melbourne, Australia Swinburne University of Technology is currently advertising an ongoing Senior Lecturer (Level C) position in the Department of Physics and Astronomy, based within the Centre for Astrophysics and Supercomputing in Melbourne, Australia. The role includes research and teaching in astrophysics, with a particular focus on gravitational-wave research, working closely with the ARC Centre of Excellence for Gravitational Wave Discovery (OzGrav). Under a Special Measure pursuant to Section 12(1) of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic), applications are open to suitably qualified people who identify as women. Applications Close: Tuesday, 6 October 2026 at 11:30pm AEST. Read more

04.09.2026 FPI-UAM 2026 PhD position at Instituto de Física Teórica Madrid The Instituto de Física Teórica (IFT, Madrid, Spain) invites applications for a PhD position (predoctoral contract) in gravitational-wave data analysis, funded through the FPI-UAM 2026 program. Please note that the application period is short, with a deadline of September 27th, 2026. The position is funded until the successful completion of the PhD, for a maximum duration of four years. Applicants must hold a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Physics. The degree must be obtained before the start date of the contract, in accordance with Spanish regulations governing predoctoral positions. Read more

04.09.2026 Postdoctoral positions in the Computational Relativistic Astrophysics division at the Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics in Potsdam The “Computational Relativistic Astrophysics“ division at the Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics (Albert Einstein Institute; AEI) in Potsdam led by Masaru Shibata (director) announces the opening of postdoc appointments. Each available postdoctoral position will be for a duration of 2 – 3 years. The „Computational Relativistic Astrophysics“ division is currently composed of two group leaders (Kenta Kiuchi, Kyohei Kawaguchi), 1 senior scientist (Takami Kuroda), and several postdoc researchers and students, and focuses on several research topics in relativistic astrophysics including neutron star mergers, collapsars, nucleosynthesis, stellar core collapse and explosion,…

04.09.2026 Expression of interest for postdoc positions at INFN in Rome The Italian Institute for Nuclear Physics (INFN) invites expressions of interest for postdoctoral positions in Rome, Italy. The postdoctoral positions will be funded under the European Research Council Starting Grant (ERC StG) GravitySirens. Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. The deadline for full consideration of the expressions of interest, including reference letters, is September 30th, 2026. Read more

01.09.2026 25 PhD Positions in Astronomy and Astrophysics in Munich The International Max Planck Research School (IMPRS) on Astrophysics at Ludwig Maximilian University (LMU) Munich invites applications for its international PhD program. Students have access to some of the world’s most powerful ground- and space-based observatories, state-of-the-art scientific instrumentation, and high-performance computing facilities for advanced numerical simulations and theoretical research. Applications are welcome from outstanding students of all nationalities. Application deadline: November 1st 2026 Read more