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Argonne National Laboratory · 3 months ago

Postdoctoral Researcher – Experimental Nuclear Physics and Superconducting Detectors

Lemont, IL

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$71K/yr - $118K/yr

0+ years exp

Argonne National Laboratory invites applications for postdoctoral research positions in experimental physics, focusing on advancing superconducting particle detector technology for next-generation nuclear science experiments. The role involves contributing to the development of superconducting nanowire detectors and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

EnergySecuritySocial Impact

Culture & Values

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Participate in a detector R&D program aimed at developing superconducting nanowire sensors to enable transformative experiments at Jefferson Lab and the EIC at Brookhaven National Laboratory

Collaborate with a diverse team of physicists and engineers working at the intersection of nuclear physics, materials science, microfabrication, and superconducting technologies

Qualification

Experimental nuclear physicsSuperconducting electronicsDetector simulationsMicrofabricationExperimental data analysisRespectSafetyImpactTeamworkIntegrity

Required

Recent or soon-to-be-completed PhD (within the last 0-5 years) in the field of experimental nuclear physics, particle physics, electrical engineering, chemical engineering, materials science, mechanical engineering, or related discipline

Ability to model Argonne's core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity, and teamwork