Carnegie Postdoctoral Fellowships Starting in 2027 at the Earth and Planets Laboratory

The Earth and Planets Laboratory (EPL), a division of Carnegie Science, invites applications for postdoctoral fellowships at its campus in Washington, DC. Multiple independent research fellowships are available in our interdisciplinary basic research laboratory covering a wide range of fields. EPL scientists engage in observational, experimental and theoretical research on topics including astrobiology, astronomy, cosmochemistry, experimental petrology, geobiology, geochemistry, geodynamics, geophysics, informatics, mineral physics, planetary science, physics and chemistry of materials (including materials at extreme conditions, superconductors and ferroelectrics at the atomic scale), seismology, and volcanology. Applicants’ primary field of research should overlap with one or more of these areas. Fellows should have an original research plan, but should also share research interests with our scientists who can serve as mentors. Interdisciplinary research and collaboration with multiple research areas on campus is encouraged. New fellows will join a supportive community of about 25 postdoctoral scientists and 28 staff and research scientists engaged in understanding the origin and evolution of Earth and planets. More information about our research and facilities can be viewed at Earth & Planets Laboratory | Carnegie Science and about our postdoctoral fellowships and postdoctoral experience at EPL Postdoctoral Fellowships | Carnegie Science. See complete instructions and submit your application online at Apply - Interfolio. Applications are due November 1, 2026.