hero

Building the Future of Computing

The Protocol Labs Network is an ecosystem of teams pushing the boundaries of decentralized technologies, research, and open-source innovation. Explore opportunities across the network and join the mission.
companies
Jobs

Postdoctoral position in AI for Engineering Applications

Harvard University

Harvard University

Software Engineering, IT, Data Science
USD 67,600-91,826 / year
Posted on Dec 2, 2025

Position

Details
Title Postdoctoral position in AI for Engineering Applications
School Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
Department/Area Applied Math
Position Description
The Computational Science and Engineering Laboratory at Harvard University invites applications for postdoctoral position at the interface of scientific Computing and Artificial Intelligence for applications pertaining to fluid mechanics of turbulent and environmental flows starting September 1, 2025, or as soon thereafter as possible. The position is for one year, with the possibility of renewal for two additional years. The candidate will work closely with Professor Petros Koumoutsakos cse-lab.harvard.edu.
Basic Qualifications
Doctoral degree. Applicants background may include studies in: Computational Science, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Engineering and Physics.
Additional Qualifications
Expertise (or desire to work) in reduced order modeling, Causal inference and High Performance Computing are desirable. We particularly encourage applicants with expertise in Multi-scale Modeling, Evolutionary Computation, Diffusion models, Reinforcement Learning. The successful candidate will work in a highly collaborative and international environment.
Special Instructions
Contact Information
For further information, please contact petros@seas.harvard.edu.
Contact Email lreck@seas.harvard.edu
Salary Range
$67,600 – $91,826
Pay offered to the selected candidate is dependent on factors such as rank, years of experience, training or qualification, field of scholarship, and accomplishments in the field.
Minimum Number of References Required 2
Maximum Number of References Allowed 4
Keywords

EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement

Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard’s academic purposes.

Harvard has an equal employment opportunity policy that outlines our commitment to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the university’s non-discrimination policy. Harvard’s equal employment opportunity policy and non-discrimination policy help all community members participate fully in work and campus life free from harassment and discrimination.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Curriculum Vitae
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Statement of Research
Optional Documents
  1. Publication
  2. Publication 2
  3. Publication 3