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Postdoctoral Fellow in Applied Physics
Cambridge, MA
| Type: | Full-Time |
| Posted: | 07/29/2026 |
| Salary: | $67,600 - $91,826 per year |
School: Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
Department/Area: Applied Physics
Position Description
Accepting applications for multiple Postdoctoral Fellow positions working with Dr. Yi-Qiao Song, Prof. David Weitz, and Prof Donhee Ham on NMR/NQR/ESR technology development and applications in subsurface exploration and carbon storage.
Successful candidates must be able to work as part of a team performing research to support the project. Additional responsibilities include preparation of publications and reports, mentoring of graduate students, and collaboration with other groups. Successful candidates will be self-motivated, have a strong work ethic, be technically skilled, and have excellent oral and written skills. Start dates are flexible, but the positions will be filled as soon as possible and will initially be for one year, renewable for additional years following performance review and funding availability.
Basic Qualifications
Doctorate or terminal degree in physics, chemistry, and geoscience, or other relevant fields by the time the appointment begins.
Additional Qualifications
Expertise and experience in RF/microwave electronics, NMR, geological science, and rock core analysis are desirable.
Special Instructions
Please submit a CV that includes a list of publications and research experience. A separate cover letter is optional. Note that three recommendation letters from previous advisors or colleagues will be required.
Expected start date as soon as possible, to be determined between PI and applicant.
Contact Information
Matthew Zahnzinger, Faculty Coordinator
Contact Email: mzahnzinger@seas.harvard.edu
Salary Range
$67,600 - $91,826
Pay offered to the selected candidate is dependent on factors such as rank, years of experience, training or qualification, field of scholarship, and accomplishments in the field.
Minimum Number of References Required: 3
Maximum Number of References Allowed: 3
Department/Area: Applied Physics
Position Description
Accepting applications for multiple Postdoctoral Fellow positions working with Dr. Yi-Qiao Song, Prof. David Weitz, and Prof Donhee Ham on NMR/NQR/ESR technology development and applications in subsurface exploration and carbon storage.
Successful candidates must be able to work as part of a team performing research to support the project. Additional responsibilities include preparation of publications and reports, mentoring of graduate students, and collaboration with other groups. Successful candidates will be self-motivated, have a strong work ethic, be technically skilled, and have excellent oral and written skills. Start dates are flexible, but the positions will be filled as soon as possible and will initially be for one year, renewable for additional years following performance review and funding availability.
Basic Qualifications
Doctorate or terminal degree in physics, chemistry, and geoscience, or other relevant fields by the time the appointment begins.
Additional Qualifications
Expertise and experience in RF/microwave electronics, NMR, geological science, and rock core analysis are desirable.
Special Instructions
Please submit a CV that includes a list of publications and research experience. A separate cover letter is optional. Note that three recommendation letters from previous advisors or colleagues will be required.
Expected start date as soon as possible, to be determined between PI and applicant.
Contact Information
Matthew Zahnzinger, Faculty Coordinator
Contact Email: mzahnzinger@seas.harvard.edu
Salary Range
$67,600 - $91,826
Pay offered to the selected candidate is dependent on factors such as rank, years of experience, training or qualification, field of scholarship, and accomplishments in the field.
Minimum Number of References Required: 3
Maximum Number of References Allowed: 3
