Harvard University, Center of Mathematical Sciences and Applications

Position ID:

HarvardCMSA-POSTDOC [#28738]

Position Title:

Postdoctoral Fellow

Position Type:

Postdoctoral

Position Location:

Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138, United States of America

Subject Areas:

mathematics; physics; computer science; applied mathematics; economics; mathematical biology; statistics; biology; AI;

Appl Deadline:

2026/11/15 23:59:59** (posted 2026/08/18, listed until 2027/02/18)

Position Description:

Postdoctoral Fellow at the Center of Mathematical Sciences and Applications

Position Description: The Center of Mathematical Sciences and Applications (CMSA) at Harvard University welcomes applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow position in the mathematical sciences to begin in the academic year 2027–2028. The Center is seeking individuals with a strong mathematical science background who are interested in the interaction of mathematics with fields such as physics, biology, economics, computer science, AI, statistics, and other disciplines.

Basic Qualifications: Ph.D. in a relevant field

Special Instructions: The application should include a cover letter/letter of application, a CV, a research statement, and a publication list. Include a 1–2 page document entitled "Plans at CMSA" that (1) addresses the suitability of CMSA to the applicant's research strengths and goals, and (2) tells specific plans to take advantage of the special nature of CMSA. In addition, three letters of recommendation should be submitted. The application deadline is November 15, 2026.

Please submit the following materials through MathJobs.org: https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/list/28738

Harvard University is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, military service, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or other protected status.

Please note: This position is contingent upon funding and satisfactory performance. Due to the importance of in-person mentoring with their faculty sponsor, direct interactions with colleagues and researchers in their field, and full engagement with CMSA activities, it is expected that postdoctoral fellows work on campus.

Pay offered to the selected candidate is dependent on factors such as years of experience, training or qualification, field of scholarship, and accomplishments in the field.

The ranges for researchers are as follows:

Postdocs: $67,600-$80,000 Research Associates: $68,964-$95,000

Contact Information: CMSA Administrator, 20 Garden Street, Cambridge, MA 02138 Contact e-mail: cmsa_admin@fas.cmsa.harvard.edu

Application Materials Required:

Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:

Cover letter
Curriculum Vitae
Research statement
Publication list
Three reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site )

And anything else requested in the position description.

Further Info:

www.cmsa.fas.harvard.edu

Center of Mathematical Sciences and Applications
Harvard University
20 Garden Street
Cambridge, MA 02138