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Jefferson Lab · 15 hours ago

ECA - Hall A/C Postdoctoral Fellow

positionNewport News, VA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level
money$64K/yr - $96K/yr

Jefferson Lab is a leading research facility focused on solving challenging scientific problems. They are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to conduct precision experimental physics measurements and collaborate on various nuclear physics experiments.

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Responsibilities

Simulate, construct, and commission photon detector for Compton polarimeter
Collaborate with the staff and users to commission, collect data, and perform analysis for the MOLLER experiment
Develop, propose, and help carry-out medium energy nuclear physics experiments
Work on the publication and presentation of results in top tier journals and at major scientific conferences

Qualification

Experimental nuclear physicsData collectionData managementData analysisCommunication skillsTeam collaborationSelf-motivation

Required

Ph.D. in experimental nuclear or particle physics
Up-to-date knowledge in related scientific data collection, data management, and data analysis concepts
Ability to communicate clearly in writing (e.g. email, memos, explanations, drawings) and explain work to his/her supervisor and scientists
Ability to interacts well with work group and team environment
Self-motivated and can represent work associated with specific projects at professional meetings
3 reference letters needed for this position

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Care Plans
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time-off and Leave Programs (Paid Parental, vacation, holidays, and sick leve)
401(k) Plan – 9% Lab Contribution; 100% vested
Flexible Work Arrangements (Remote & Alternate Work Schedules available)
Tuition Assistance, Training and Professional Development Programs

Company

Jefferson Lab

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Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility (Jefferson Lab) is located in Newport News.
dateFounded in 1984
location
Newport News, Virginia, USA
people-size501-1000 employees
web-link
https://www.jlab.org

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$7.5M
Key Investors
US Department of Energy
2024-03-14Grant· $7.5M
2023-08-16Grant

Leadership Team

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Gail Frayne, CPA, CIA
Chief Financial Officer
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Amber Boehnlein
CIO
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