12-October-2026: Expressions of Interest sought for an ICREA Senior Position 2027 at the Institute of Cosmos Sciences of the University of Barcelona (ICCUB)
06-October-2026: FAIR Fellow and Associate programme / Deadline 31 October 2026
05-October-2026: Accelerator Scientist & Facility Supervisor Position at UMass Lowell
Postdoctoral Position in Ab Initio Nuclear Theory at INFN Milan – Deadline November 12, 2026
16 October 2026
Dear Colleagues,
We would like to bring your attention to a two-year postdoctoral opening in theoretical nuclear physics at the INFN Section of Milan, Italy, with an expected starting date in 2027.
The position will focus on the development of advanced ab initio nuclear many-body methods, with particular emphasis on nuclear response functions, charge-exchange excitations, and double-beta decay. The research program includes the development of novel approaches combining Algebraic Diagrammatic Construction (ADC) techniques with particle-vibration coupling, aiming at improved microscopic descriptions of nuclear excitations and, ultimately, neutrinoless double-beta decay matrix elements.
The successful candidate will join the nuclear theory group in Milan, with opportunities to participate in our broader research activities, pursue independent scientific interests, and develop new collaborations.
We welcome applications from talented and motivated researchers with a background in nuclear many-body theory, ab initio methods, or related areas of theoretical physics.
As the Italian/INFN recruitment procedure may be unfamiliar to international applicants, interested candidates are warmly encouraged to contact Carlo Barbieri (carlo.barbieri@mi.infn.it) or Gianluca Colò (colo.@mi.infn.it) directly for any enquiry about the scientific program or for assistance with the application procedure.
We would be grateful if you could circulate this announcement among potentially interested candidates.
Best regards,
Carlo Barbieri, Gianluca Colò
INFN Milan & University of Milan
Expressions of Interest sought for an ICREA Senior Position 2027 at the Institute of Cosmos Sciences of the University of Barcelona (ICCUB)
12 October 2026
Dear nuclear physics colleagues,
We would like to bring to your attention an opportunity at the Institute of Cosmos Sciences of the University of Barcelona (ICCUB). Our Institute, a nationally recognized María de Maeztu Unit of Excellence in one of Europe's most dynamic cities, is inviting outstanding senior researchers to join our academic community through the ICREA programme (https://www.icrea.cat/icrea-call).
We are now looking for Expressions of Interest to this programme and we would welcome both theoretical and experimental profiles in nuclear physics.
We attach to this email a document with details on this process, summarised here:
• Expressions of Interest: established researchers in Experimental Sciences with a strong international track record (typically 10+ years post-PhD experience). Applications from women are especially encouraged.
• Research Focus: ICCUB hosts interdisciplinary fundamental research spanning nuclear physics, particle physics, quantum physics, cosmology, and high-energy astrophysics.
• Position Details: Permanent, full-time tenured positions as ICREA Research Professors based at ICCUB in Catalonia, Spain.
• Deadline for ICCUB Endorsement: November 1, 2026 for full consideration.
To apply, interested candidates must first contact a permanent ICCUB staff member as an internal sponsor. Javier Menéndez, Xavier Roca-Maza or Arnau Rios would be happy to assist in the process for experts in nuclear physics.
The ICCUB search committee will then evaluate proposals and reach a decision by the end of the year. More details on the pre-selection process and research areas are available in the attached document or https://inspirehep.net/jobs/3210713.
With best regards,
Dr Arnau Rios Huguet, on behalf of the Nuclear Theory Group
FAIR Fellow and Associate programme / Deadline 31 October 2026
06 October 2026
Dear Colleagues,
I am delighted to inform you that the 2026 Autumn call for FAIR Fellow and Associate Programme is now open.
The Programs at a Glance:
• Fellows: Early-career scientists seeking a 2-year position (extendable to 3 years). Up to 5 fellowships per year are expected to be granted.
• Associates: Mid-career/senior scientists looking for a visiting position of 3 months–1 year. The number of grants will depend on the excellence of applicants and available funding.
What We're Looking For:
• Fellows: Early-career scientists (2-year position, extendable to 3 years)
• Associates: Mid-career/senior scientists (3 months–1 year visiting positions)
• Both require a PhD and must be affiliated with a FAIR partner institution.
Please share this with colleagues-we'd love to hear from strong candidates. if you receive this multiple times then excuse me for the double posting.
with best regards,
Pradeep
Dr. Pradeep Ghosh
FAIR and GSI GmbH
Accelerator Scientist & Facility Supervisor Position at UMass Lowell
05 October 2026
The University of Massachusetts Lowell Radiation Laboratory, a member of the Association for Research at University Nuclear Accelerators (ARUNA), invites applications for a full-time Accelerator Scientist & Radiation Laboratory Facility Supervisor (Job No. 530329).
The position offers the opportunity to turn new experimental ideas into research at an ARUNA laboratory, using the 5.5-MV Van de Graaff accelerator, developing grant proposals, and helping shape future facility upgrades. Working closely with faculty, students, and collaborators, the successful candidate will guide accelerator operations and support experiments spanning nuclear science, detector development, and applied research.
For details and application instructions, please see the position announcement below.