PHYSICS VISITING RESEARCH SCIENTIST

Carnegie Mellon University

Carnegie Mellon University

Pittsburgh, PA, USA

Posted on Feb 21, 2026
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PHYSICS VISITING RESEARCH SCIENTIST

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Pittsburgh, PA

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Carnegie Mellon University: Mellon College of Science: Physics

Location

Pittsburgh, PA

Open Date

Apr 18, 2025

Description

The Department of Physics at Carnegie Mellon University is seeking a Visiting Research Scientist for a full-time, fixed-term, 5-week appointment within the Condensed Matter research group under the supervision of Professor Michael Widom.

This temporary position is scheduled to begin on May 10, 2026, and conclude on June 10, 2026. The research project is to conduct research on the structure and thermodynamics of complex matter, including quasicrystals, glasses, and other materials.

Qualifications

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Physics or equivalent and must be an expert in the structure and thermodynamics of quasicrystals, glass, and other complex atomistic structures.

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should submit a CV through Interfolio. The evaluation of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the available position is filled.

Application Process

This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.
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