Postdoctoral Positions

Atmospheric Aerosols

Applications are invited for postdoctoral or more senior research positions in the field of atmospheric aerosol modeling. Positions may begin as soon as September 2025. A Ph.D. in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences, Geosciences, Computational Science and Engineering, or a related area is required. The position will involve developing models and algorithms for the evolution of inorganic aerosols in the atmosphere, building upon the research group’s efforts in modeling combustion-generated aerosols. These modeling framework will be used to understand the impact of inorganic aerosols on sunlight scattering and droplet/ice crystal nucleation. The researcher will interact with graduate students and postdoctoral researchers in the research group and in collaborating experimental research groups. Previous experience in computational modeling of atmospheric aerosols and parallel computing/software development is strongly desired. The term of appointment is based on rank. Positions at the postdoctoral rank are for one year with the possibility of renewal pending satisfactory performance and continued funding; those hired at more senior ranks may have multi-year appointments. Appointments are subject to the University’s background check policy. The work location for this position is in-person on campus at Princeton University. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. Applicants must apply online and submit their vitae, including a list of publications and presentations, a summary of research accomplishments and interests, and the names and contact information of at least three potential references to D-26-MAE-00001. Please inform Prof. Mueller via email once you have submitted an application.

Presidential Postdoctoral Research Fellow

The Presidential Postdoctoral Research Fellows Program recognizes and supports outstanding scholars primed to make important contributions in their fields. By bringing together scholars across science, engineering, social science, and the humanities, the program allows them to deepen their disciplinary expertise while testing out new ideas from other disciplines. These scholars contribute to the University’s excellence and its diversity, broadly defined. The program is open to all eligible scholars, regardless of identify. The Fellows have a fully-funded one-year appointment renewable for a second year. Applicants interested in working with CTRFL should directly contact Prof. Mueller as soon as possible and include a CV in their initial communication. The application deadline for the 2025 cohort has passed, and the application for the 2026 cohort will open in Fall 2025. Information about the program can be found on the following website: Presidential Postdoctoral Research Fellows.

Andlinger Center for Energy and the Environment Distinguished Postdoctoral Fellow

The Andlinger Center for Energy and the Environment Distinguished Postdoctoral Fellow program supports outstanding scholars whose research focuses on innovative solutions to pressing technological, economic, and/or policy challenges relating to energy and the environment. Fellows must collaborate with two or more Princeton faculty or senior researchers within an energy or environment-related field and establish an interdisciplinary research plan. The Fellows have a fully-funded one-year appointment renewable for a second year. Eligible applicants interested in working with CTRFL should directly contact Prof. Mueller as soon as possible and include a CV in their initial communication. The deadline for the 2026 cohort is December 12, 2025. Additional information can be found on the following website: Distinguished Postdoctoral Fellowships.

Prospective Graduate Students

Prospective graduate students interested in CTRFL research should apply for admission to the graduate program in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Princeton University: MAE Graduate Admissions. Typically, at least one new Ph.D. position is available with CTRFL each year.

Princeton Undergraduate Students

CTRFL generally employs one Princeton University undergraduate student during the summer as an undergraduate research assistant. In addition, Prof. Mueller is always happy to advise undergraduate independent work during the academic year. Please contact Prof. Mueller for further information.

At this time, CTRFL has no openings for undergraduate students from outside Princeton University.