Case Western Reserve University — Department of Physics | Spring 2027
The Department of Physics at Case Western Reserve University invites nominations for the 28th Annual Michelson Postdoctoral Prize Lectureship.
- The Prize: The selected early-career physicist will spend one week in residence in Cleveland, Ohio, deliver two technical lectures and a general colloquium, and receive a $3,000 honorarium plus covered travel expenses.
- Eligibility: Nominees must have earned their Ph.D. between August 31, 2018, and August 31, 2026, and must not hold a tenured, tenure-track, or equivalent position as of January 1, 2027. (Self-nominations are welcome.)
- Deadline: January 1, 2027
Required Application Materials
Submit all materials via Academic Jobs Online:
- Curriculum Vitae (including a full publication list)
- Talk Outlines (brief summaries for the two technical lectures and the colloquium)
- Three Letters of Support from eligible scientists (at least one from outside the nominee’s current institution) speaking to the nominee’s research accomplishments, potential, and communication skills.
For questions or inquiries, contact Prof. Kurt Hinterbichler at kurt.hinterbichler@case.edu.

