Factorization of gravitational Compton scattering amplitude in the linearized version of general relativity.

The graviational Compton scattering process with a massive fermion is studied in the context of linearized gravity. Gravitational gauge invariance and graviton transversality cause the transition amplitude to be factorized into that of scalar QED Compton scattering and that of fermion QED Compton scattering with an overall kinematical factor. The factorization is shown explicitly and its physical implications are discussed.