ECT Job Opening

There is currently an opening for a postdoctoral research associate at the European Center for Theoretical Studies in Nuclear Physics and Related Areas (ECT*), with a start date in October 2026. ECT*, located in Trento, Italy, and part of the Fondazione Bruno Kessler (FBK), is a leading center for activities in nuclear physics in a broad sense. More information about ECT* is available at www.ectstar.eu.

The successful candidates will be expected to hold a doctorate in physics or related areas and conduct research within any of the fields of theoretical nuclear physics and computational physics. Particular attention will be given to research areas that enable collaboration with the researchers at the Centre, which include Quantum Chromodynamics, effective field theories, and quantum simulations for strongly correlated quantum systems. FBK actively seeks diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is committed to promoting gender equality. For a complete description of the position, please click HERE.

Interested candidates are requested to submit their application by completing an online form at https://jobs.fbk.eu/. Please make sure that your application contains the following attachments (in pdf format):

– detailed CV with a list of publications;
– a brief (2 pages max) description of your research plan.

Please arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent to [email protected] with cc to , indicating the reference code ECT_2026 in the subject line. It is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure that all referees submit their letters before the deadline.

Application deadline: February 18, 2026.