2025-2026 Advertisement
Description
The Lederman Fellowship at Fermilab is intended to attract exceptional postdoctoral candidates who have demonstrated outstanding ability in research and who, in addition, have a strong interest in education and outreach. Lederman Fellows are free to choose any area in Fermilab's broad experimental program for performing their research, including neutrino physics, research on the CMS experiment at the LHC and proposed future colliders, astroparticle physics, intensity frontier experiments such as Mu2e, quantum information science, and quantum sensor research. In recognition of Leon Lederman’s commitment to the teaching of physics at all levels, fellows are also expected to participate for a fraction of their time in educational outreach efforts. Some examples are the Saturday Morning Physics program or other outreach opportunities through Fermilab’s Education and Public Outreach program. Candidates not selected for the Lederman Fellowship may be considered for other Research Associate opportunities at Fermilab.
The Lederman Fellowship is a 3-year appointment with the possibility for extension of up to two (2) additional years.
Qualifications and essential job functions
- Candidates should have obtained a Ph.D. in experimental particle physics, astrophysics, or a closely related field after September 1, 2024, or should expect to obtain a Ph.D. in one of the same fields by September 1, 2026.
- Demonstrated exceptional ability in research.
- Ability to participate in physics outreach.
- Abides by all environment, safety, and health regulations.
- Contribute effectively within a diverse workforce and upholds Fermilab’s commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Application instructions
Interested candidates should submit via Academic Jobs Online at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/30895: 1) cover letter, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) research statement, 4) outreach statement, and 5) three or more reference letters (to be submitted by the reference writers at the AJO site).
For information about this position, please contact Sara Simon at smsimon@fnal.gov or visit the Overview page.
Physical activity and work conditions
Human factors: Mental concentration, sitting, and standing
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Fermilab is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.
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