School of Science Postdoctoral Fellowship

About the role

The Office of the Dean, MIT School of Science, invites applications for its postdoctoral fellowship program. This three-year cohort-based program is expected to start September 2027. The program seeks to assemble a diverse cohort of world-class scientists conducting research across disciplinary boundaries. In addition to their research, fellows will participate in leadership, mentorship, and professional development training. Appointments may be extended with funding from the department and/or Principal Investigator, subject to MIT’s policies on postdoctoral appointments and timelines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research that crosses disciplinary boundaries.
• Participate in leadership, mentorship, and professional development training activities.

Requirements

• PhD in a scientific field, to be granted by August 2027.
• Demonstrated scientific excellence and exceptional ability for innovation and cross‑disciplinary research.
• Current MIT postdoctoral researchers and international candidates are eligible to apply.
• Application materials must include: CV, a 2‑page research proposal describing cross‑disciplinary work, two letters of recommendation (one from current supervisor, one from the MIT faculty mentor), and optionally a paragraph describing alignment with the MIT Values Statement.
• Applications must be submitted online by November 15, 2026.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have a strong record of scientific achievement, innovative thinking, and a proven ability to work across traditional disciplinary lines.

Skills

• Cross‑disciplinary research expertise.
• Leadership and mentorship capabilities.
• Professional development engagement.

Pay

The fellowship provides a stipend of $88,000 per year.

Benefits

• Relocation allowance of $5,000.
• Research allowance of $15,000.
• Employee benefits including health insurance.

Schedule

Initial appointment is for three years, beginning September 2027, with possible extension contingent on funding and MIT policies.