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High Energy Nuclear Physics Postdoc

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Los Alamos National Laboratory
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Job Title High Energy Nuclear Physics Postdoc

Location Los Alamos, NM, US

Organization Name P-3/ Nuclear and Particle Physics and Applications

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What You Will Do

Los Alamos National Laboratory is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to join the High Energy Nuclear Physics team in the Nuclear and Particle Physics and Applications group (P-3). The selected candidate will play a leading role in the analysis of data from the sPHENIX heavy ion physics program. Job duties include:
  • Leading analyses of heavy ion collision data collected by the sPHENIX experiment.
  • Publishing the results in peer-reviewed scientific literature and presenting the results at international nuclear physics conferences.
  • Contributing to the development of software and simulations in support of analysis goals, and to sPHENIX detector operations at Brookhaven National Laboratory.

The postdoctoral term is for two years and may be renewed for a third. Outstanding

candidates may be considered for the prestigious Richard P. Feynman, Darlene Christian Hoffman, J. Robert Oppenheimer, or Frederick Reines Fellowships. The selected candidate could also contribute to parallel efforts within the group, including spin physics and dark photon searches with the E1039 experiment at Fermilab, heavy ion physics with the LHCb experiment at CERN, silicon detector R&D for the Electron-Ion Collider, and Los Alamos applied physics programs, depending on interests and availability of funds. The position will be based at Los Alamos National Laboratory with travel to Brookhaven National Laboratory and other facilities occurring as required.

What You Need

Minimum Required Skills:

• Experience with data analysis tools and techniques used in nuclear and particle physics

• Familiarity with C++ and/or Python programming languages

• Interest in detector operations and R&D

• A publication record that includes individual contributions to high energy nuclear

physics or particle physics experiments

• The ability to work constructively as a member of a large, diverse team

Desired Skills:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Familiarity with modern artificial intelligence/machine learning tools and advanced

electronics

• Creativity and independence in proposing new ideas

Education : The applicant is required to have received a PhD (or equivalent) in high-energy

particle or nuclear physics within the past five years, or to soon complete this course of study.

Work Location:

The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM.

Salary:

Starting salary for a new graduate is currently $97,000.00 and increases with years of experience post PhD. For more information on salary and benefits, please visit LANL's Postdoctoral Research page: https://collaboration.lanl.gov/postdoctoral-research/

Notes to Applicants : In addition to applying on-line, applicants should submit a resume and a brief description of research interests to Matt Durham (durham@lanl.gov). Any questions can be addressed to same. Reference letters will be requested at a later stage of the selection process. Applications will be considered beginning immediately until the position is filled. General information on the Los Alamos postdoc program can be found here: https://www.lanl.gov/engage/collaboration/postdoctoral-research

Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.

Where You Will Work

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
  • PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
  • Dental and vision insurance
  • Free basic life and disability insurance
  • Paid maternity and parental leave
  • Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
  • Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
  • Flexible schedules and time off (paid sick, vacation, and holidays)
  • Onsite gyms and wellness programs
  • Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)

Additional Details

Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2 . Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.

New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.

Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call 1-505-665-4444 option 1.

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Follow the instructions below if you have ever had an employee Z number, been a contractor, or received Los Alamos Lab insurance coverage to activate your account:

Select the Click Here button if you have been employed with the Lab or received insurance coverage .

Please enter only your first and last name and current email address (an email with your validation code will be sent to you) to activate the account currently in our system.

Enter your validation code as described in the email you receive and complete the 3-page registration form. Your account is now active, and you can apply for jobs or save to your basket. Important : Enter the validation code within 15 days to activate your account or your account will be deactivated

Follow the instructions below if you if you have never been employed with the Lab or received insurance coverage to create an account:

Select the Register button if you have never been employed with the Lab or received insurance coverage to Create an Account.

From here, you will establish an account with username and password

How to Apply: How to Apply: Login to Your Account to Complete the Application Process

Click the Vacancy Name number (in blue) to view any job's details. Click Apply or Add to Basket to apply later. Tip : To apply for a job or save your basket, you must have a LANL jobs account. If you experience any technical issues, please email applyhelp@lanl.gov for assistance.

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High Energy Nuclear Physics Postdoc
Los Alamos National Laboratory
Los Alamos
9 days ago
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Full-time

Job post no longer accepts applications
High Energy Nuclear Physics Postdoc

Job post no longer accepts applications