The Department of Physics at Washington University in St. Louis invites applications for a postdoctoral position starting in the Fall of 2010. The successful candidate will pursue theoretical research in astroparticle physics and cosmology. Research areas include dark matter and dark energy, baryogenesis, cosmological applications of strings, and the origin of the highest energy cosmic rays.

Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a description of research interests, and arrange for three letters of reference to be sent electronically (preferred) to ferrer@physics.wustl.edu or by regular mail to:


For full consideration, all materials should be received by December 31, 2009.
For more information call (314)-935-7982.

The McDonnell Center for the Space Sciences at Washington University in St. Louis invites exceptionally well-motivated scientists in the area of experimental space sciences to apply for this prestigious postdoctoral position. This research fellowship was specially created to attract outstanding scientists early in their career; accordingly, the individual in this position should have a scientific record testifying to his/her exceptional talent. The McDonnell Center is a consortium of about 50 faculty members and scientists, primarily drawn from the departments of Physics and Earth and Planetary Sciences, who have wide-ranging theoretical, observational and experimental scientific interests. The Walker Postdoctoral Fellow will be based in the Department of Physics.

This position is a two-year appointment, with a possible third-year extension if there is major progress. The annual salary is highly competitive, and the terms and conditions of the fellowship will depend upon the quality and experience of the candidate. Washington University in St. Louis fosters and appreciates ethnic and cultural diversity among its faculty, students, and administrative staff. Applications from women, ethnic minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are welcome. Washington University in St. Louis is an affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please submit a cover letter, brief statement of research interests, and curriculum vitae (including a list of publications), as well as three letters of reference to be sent directly on the applicants behalf. Applications and reference letters may be submitted electronically as a single file in PDF format to MCSS@physics.wustl.edu, or by mail to


Inquiries may be directed by e-mail to DirMCSS@physics.wustl.edu. Applications will be considered until the position is filled, but priority will be given to those received by August 31, 2009. Employment eligibility verification required upon employment.

The McDonnell Center for the Space Sciences at Washington University in St. Louis invites exceptionally well-motivated scientists in the area of space sciences for this prestigious postdoctoral position. This research fellowship was specially created to attract outstanding scientists early in their career; accordingly, the individual in this position should have a scientific record testifying to his/her exceptional talent. The McDonnell Center is a consortium of about 50 faculty members and scientists, primarily drawn from the departments of Physics and Earth and Planetary Sciences, who have wide-ranging theoretical, observational and experimental scientific interests.

This position is a two-year appointment, with a possible third-year extension if there is major progress. The annual salary is highly competitive, and the terms and conditions of the fellowship will depend upon the quality and experience of the candidate. Washington University in St. Louis fosters and appreciates ethnic and cultural diversity among its faculty, students, and administrative staff. Applications from women, ethnic minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are welcome. Washington University in St. Louis is an affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please submit a cover letter, brief statement of research interests, and curriculum vitae (including a list of publications), as well as three letters of reference to be sent directly on the applicants behalf. Applications and reference letters may be submitted electronically as a single file in PDF format to MCSS@physics.wustl.edu, or by mail to


Inquiries may be directed by e-mail to DirMCSS@physics.wustl.edu. Applications will be considered until the position is filled, but priority will be given to those received by August 31, 2009. Employment eligibility verification required upon employment.