The positions are available for individuals who are within the first five years after obtaining their PhD (with exceptions for maternity leave or similar), or are expecting to obtain a PhD by the date of the appointment. Ideal candidates should show outstanding research potential and have research interests aligned with the areas present at CMM. Spanish language skills are not required.

The duration of each position is 1 year, renewable for up to 1 additional year. The starting date is flexible, but preferably not later than October 2022. The positions can be held either at the CMM’s base at the University of Chile or at one of the associated Chilean universities. The monthly salary is $2,000,000 CLP (at present equivalent to USD 2,500) before taxes. Basic support for research activity is provided, including basic travel expenses. In addition, candidates can apply to government funding programs for further support.

Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae (including a list of publications) and a research statement, using the Application Form at http://go.cmm.uchile.cl/postdoc2022

Applicants should also arrange for at least two letters of recommendation to be sent directly to postdocs2022@cmm.uchile.cl. Applications submitted by January 1st, 2022 will receive full consideration; applications which are submitted later may still be considered.

CMM is committed to foster diversity at all levels. Applications from women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged. Concrete measures to improve the work-life balance include access to maternal and paternal leave for CMM postdocs independent of their contractual situation.

Inquiries about the positions can be sent to postdocs2022@cmm.uchile.cl