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Argonne National Laboratory · 3 weeks ago

Postdoctoral Appointee - Medium Energy Physics

Lemont, IL

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$71K/yr - $118K/yr

0+ years exp

Argonne National Laboratory is a prominent multidisciplinary science and engineering research center. The Medium Energy Physics group invites applications for multiple experimental postdoctoral researcher positions focusing on AI applications in nuclear physics and experimental research at various laboratories.

EnergySecuritySocial Impact

Culture & Values

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

Responsibilities

AI-ready data and analysis for the ePIC Barrel Imaging Calorimeter and our Jefferson Lab program

Support for the PRad-II and X17 experiments scheduled to run in CY26

Lead role in our MCP-PMT R&D program, with emphasis on device characterization and QA

Qualification

AI methodsPMTs experienceMCP-PMTs experienceExperimental nuclear physicsJefferson Lab experienceRespectSafetyImpactTeamworkIntegrity

Required

Recent or soon-to-be-completed PhD (within the last 0-5 years) in experimental nuclear or particle physics or a related field

Match at least one of the following profiles: Experience with modern AI methods for nuclear physics or high-energy physics detector data; or Hands-on work with PMTs, SiPMs, or MCP-PMTs (test-beam or bench characterization experience is a plus); or Prior experience working on Jefferson Lab or RHIC experiments

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