Harvard Black Hole Explorer (BHEX) postdoctoral research fellowships 2027
Harvard University
Salaried postdoctoral positions with Harvard’s Black Hole Initiative, working with Michael Johnson and Peter Galison on the BHEX mission. Apply by 11 November 2026 for full consideration; applications continue until filled.
Harvard’s Black Hole Initiative invites one or more postdoctoral researchers to work on the proposed Black Hole Explorer space observatory. Projects may involve black-hole theory, numerical simulations, interferometric data analysis, instrumentation or mission design. Fellows will work under Michael Johnson and Peter Galison. The nominal start date is 1 September 2027; appointments are expected to last three years, subject to performance and funding.
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Benefits
Advertised salary range is USD 70,000–80,000, depending on experience and qualifications. Research-expense support includes publication charges, related conference travel, workshops and computing resources. Appointment length is expected to be three years, contingent on performance and funding.
Eligibility summary
A PhD must be completed before the fellowship begins. Harvard prefers a PhD in astronomy, physics, engineering, applied mathematics, computer science or a closely related field, with research experience relevant to BHEX. The official advert does not state a nationality restriction.
Requirements
Apply electronically through the official Harvard Academic Positions posting. Applications submitted by 5 pm Eastern time on 11 November 2026 receive the stated target consideration; Harvard says review continues until the positions are filled.
Documents required
CV, research statement, publication list and three letters of reference. A cover letter is optional.
Language/test requirements
How to submit applications
Official Harvard Academic Positions posting and Harvard Black Hole Initiative news page checked 19 October 2026. The 11 November deadline is 5 pm Eastern; review continues until positions are filled. Salary is an advertised range, not a guaranteed fixed award.
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