21.07.2026 Tenure-Track Position in Gravitational Waves at L2IT Unveiling the mysteries of the Universe through the analysis of gravitational wave observations from current observatories (Virgo) and future ones (LISA and Einstein Telescope) M/F. Application Deadline : 02 September 2026 17:00. The first detection of gravitational waves (GWs) by the LIGO-Virgo collaboration in 2015 was made possible by advances in laser interferometer detectors and the theoretical and numerical development of associated data analysis methods. This achievement marked the beginning of a new type of astronomy, which to date has detected over 300 signals from black hole and neutron star mergers. It promises further exceptional discoveries through the improvement of current detectors…

17.07.2026 Research Position (PhD) in the field of Gravitational Wave Detector Instrumentation in Hanover This position is part of the project “Developing a modular suspension platform interferometer for the Einstein Telescope”. The goal of this research is to design and investigate an ultra-sensitive interferometric sensor to control the motion between seismically isolated platforms for the next-generation Einstein Telescope (ET). Application deadline: July 31st, 2026. Read more

15.07.2026 PhD Position – Prospective Environmental and Economic Assessment of a Data Center for the Einstein Telescope in Jülich At the Institute of Climate and Energy Systems – Jülich Systems Analysis (ICE-2), we investigate how sustainable, climate-neutral energy systems can be designed. To this end, the Department of Circular Economy researches and develops innovative methods and tools for a holistic assessment of upcoming technologies and circular economy concepts. To map these systematically, methods for (prospective) Life Cycle Sustainability Assessments (LCSA) are continuously being refined. In addition to minimizing environmental impacts and waste streams while maximizing resource efficiency, we analyze societal impacts and economic implications. Start Date: To the next possible…

14.07.2026 Postdoctoral position: Einstein Telescope noise-budget modelling at University of Hamburg University of Hamburg is seeking an experienced postdoctoral researcher with a PhD in physics or a related field, strong quantitative modelling and Python skills, and interest or experience in gravitational-wave detectors, interferometry, precision metrology, controls, or scientific software. Experience with Git-based development, testing, documentation, code review, pygwinc, FINESSE, IfoCAD, or related tools is particularly welcome. Application deadline: 17 August 2026 Read more

14.07.2026 Instrument/Experiment Postdoctoral position at the LIGO Laboratory LIGO Laboratory anticipates having one or possibly more experiment/instrumentation postdoctoral research positions at one or more of the LIGO sites – Caltech, MIT and at the two LIGO Observatories in Hanford, WA and Livingston, LA – as positions become available. Hires will be made based on the availability of funding. Successful applicants will interact with faculty members Rana Adhikari and Lee McCuller (Caltech) and Matt Evans and Nergis Mavalvala (MIT) as well as the Lab’s extensive network of experienced researchers and personnel. Successful applicants will be involved in the operation of the world’s most sensitive interferometers, and/or the R&D program for future…

14.07.2026 PhD positions in gravitational-wave astronomy at University of the Balearic Islands We are offering two fully funded PhD positions at the Universitat de les Illes Balears (UIB) in Palma de Mallorca, Spain, in the field of gravitational-wave astronomy. There are two positions available:PROJECT A (PI Dr. Ornella Juliana Piccinni): One project will focus on the development of novel data analysis methods for the search and characterization of continuous gravitational waves and dark matter candidates, with applications to current and future detectors.PROJECT B (PI Dr. Cecilio Garcia-Quiros): The second project will focus on the modelling of gravitational-wave signals from compact binary systems and on the development of data analysis methods…

07.07.2026 2 postdoc positions: AI for large-scale computing in the Einstein Telescope We are seeking highly two highly motivated postdocs to join the ETCETERA project (Einstein Telescope Computing, Experimental Testbed & End-to-end Research Architecture), a large cross-border collaboration funded through the Interreg Meuse-Rhine (NL-BE-DE) programme and co-funded by the European Union. The Einstein Telescope (ET) is Europe’s next-generation gravitational-wave observatory. Expected to detect thousands of signals per day and generate data at the petabyte scale. Transforming these massive data streams into scientific discoveries requires intelligent methods that can efficiently orchestrate complex workflows, allocate computational resources, accelerate scientific simulations, and support real-time decision-making in large-scale computing environments.Application deadline September 1st, 2026.…

07.07.2026 PhD Position: AI for large-scale computing in the Einstein Telescope We are seeking highly motivated PhD candidates and postdocs to join the ETCETERA project (Einstein Telescope Computing, Experimental Testbed & End-to-end Research Architecture), a large cross-border collaboration funded through the Interreg Meuse-Rhine (NL-BE-DE) programme and co-funded by the European Union. The Einstein Telescope (ET) is Europe’s next-generation gravitational-wave observatory. Expected to detect thousands of signals per day and generate data at the petabyte scale. Transforming these massive data streams into scientific discoveries requires intelligent methods that can efficiently orchestrate complex workflows, allocate computational resources, accelerate scientific simulations, and support real-time decision-making in large-scale computing environments. Application deadline September 1st,…

01.07.2026 One 2-year junior postdoc position in quantum gravity in Marseille The quantum gravity team at the Centre de Physique Théorique in Marseille invites applications for one two-year junior postdoctoral position starting in early 2027. The position can start any time after December 1, 2026, but no later than April 1, 2027. The candidate must have completed their PhD before the starting date and have less than two years of postdoctoral experience. The group consists of four permanent members — Alejandro Perez, Pietro Donà, Simone Speziale, and Carlo Rovelli – and currently includes five PhD students and two postdocs. The application deadline is September 20, 2026. Read more

01.07.2026 PhD Position in Gravity and Cosmology at NCBJ Warsaw The Theory Division at the National Centre for Nuclear Research (NCBJ), Warsaw, invites applications for a PhD student position in gravity and cosmology. We are seeking a highly motivated candidate with experience in scientific computing (Python, C++, and/or Mathematica), a strong background in quantum mechanics, and prior training in general relativity and cosmology through graduate-level coursework or equivalent research experience. Familiarity with quantum gravity will be considered an advantage. The deadline for applications is July 31st 2026. Read more