Postdoctoral Fellows

A three-year cohort-based fellowship sponsored by the Dean’s Office. Includes an academic leadership module for all fellows. Expected start date September 2025.

REQUIRED: PhD in scientific field (granted by August 2025), scientific excellence and an exceptional ability for innovation and cross disciplinary research. 

Job #28683; apply through AcademicJobsOnline.

We seek to assemble a diverse cohort of world-class scientists who are conducting research across disciplinary boundaries. In addition to their research, fellows in this cohort will participate in leadership, mentorship and professional development training. 

Appointments may be extended with funding from the department and/or PI, subject to MIT’s policies on postdoctoral appointments and timelines.

Candidates must submit:

• a CV;
• 2-page research proposal, describing how their research crosses disciplinary boundaries;  
• statement of support and commitment from the MIT faculty who will mentor the research
• (optional) one paragraph broader impacts description of how their appointment aligns with the MIT Values Statement;

Applications will be reviewed by a selection committee comprised of School of Science faculty and must be submitted online. The deadline for applications is November 15, 2024. Current postdocs at MIT and international candidates are eligible to apply.

Stipend of $85,000, relocation allowance of $5,000, research allowance of $15,000, plus employee benefits such as health insurance.

Interested candidates are strongly encouraged to contact potential mentors as early as possible. Find prospective mentors and learn more about the research conducted within the school. Contact sos-dean-pd-fellowship@mit.edu with questions.