Postdoctoral Research Associate - Experimental Nuclear Physics

Job no: 525686 Position type: Staff Full Time Benefit Status:

Benefited-Union Campus: UMass Lowell Department: Physics and Applied Physics Salary:

Salary commensurate with experience Applications Open: Nov 20 2024 Applications Close: Open until filled

General Summary of Position: The Nuclear Physics group at the University of Massachusetts Lowell has an immediate Postdoctoral opening to help exploit new opportunities in experimental research both at major national user facilities and at our on-campus Radiation Laboratory.

The current research in the group is focused on fundamental nuclear structure and nuclear astrophysics, as well as in detector R&D and applied nuclear science using emerging scintillators and segmented HPGe detectors. The Radiation Laboratory has a 1-MW research reactor and a 5.5-MV CN Van de Graaff accelerator. The university is situated in the historic city of Lowell, on the Merrimack River, a half-hour northwest of Boston.

We are looking for recent PhD graduates who want to take on challenging roles in our existing programs, but who will also be encouraged to pursue their own research interests. Minimum Qualifications (Required): A Ph.D. in experimental nuclear physics or a closely related field is required Experience with state-of-the- art nuclear detectors and techniques, as well as multi-parameter digital data acquisition and analysis of accelerator-based experiments, is desirable. The successful candidate will be an integral member of the group and will be expected to help mentor graduate and undergraduate students.

Special Instructions to Applicants: Only current UML Employees within the Grants & Contracts (MTA/GRACE) bargaining unit will be considered during the first 10 business days of the posting. All other candidates will be considered after that period.

This is a Grants & Contracts (MTA/GRACE) bargaining unit position. Initial review of applications will begin December 20, 2024 and continue until the position is filled. However, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications is received.

This position is contingent upon funding. The initial appointment will be for two years with a possibility of renewal based on productivity, performance and the availability of funding. Please include a resume and cover letter with your application.

Names and contact information of three references will be required during the application process. Position updated 11/26/2024.