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Postdoctoral Associate/Senior Research Associate in Experimental Nuclear Physics

Research / Scientific

Postdoctoral Associate/Senior Research Associate in Experimental Nuclear Physics

  • 534266
  • Newport News, Virginia, United States
  • Physics
  • Research / Scientific
  • Faculty (Salaried)
  • Virginia Tech
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Job Description

The nuclear physics group of Prof. M. Boër at Virginia Tech is inviting applications for a postdoctoral research associate position or senior research associate position. The successful candidate will work on designing future experiments aiming at measuring Double Deeply Virtual Compton Scattering at Jefferson Lab, in Hall A with the SoLID spectrometer and in Hall C in a dedicated setup. Our group is currently developing GEANT4 simulations and making physics projections. Our goal is to improve the design of the SoLID muon detector and preparing a proposal for a dedicated experiment in Hall C. If the candidate has experience with data analysis in the GlueX collaboration, we will consider the possibility to analyze data in support to the Generalized Parton Distributions program. The successful candidate is expected to work closely with our collaborators, including other postdocs and students. The position will be based full time at Jefferson Lab, Newport News, VA. Note that this is a limited term appointment with an end date of May 2026 and no possibility for renewal. Review of applications starts immediately and the position will remain open until filled. Preferred starting date is October 2025. More information about our activities and group composition can be found on the group’s webpage: https://boer.phys.vt.edu

Required Qualifications

- All candidates must have a PhD in Experimental Nuclear Physics by the appointment start date.
- Ability to communicate and to collaborate with other members of the group and of the collaboration.
- A good record of past research articles, presentations at conferences, experimental notes and/or contributions to peer reviewed papers, in accordance with the level of the candidate.
- Knowledge of Linux environment and coding in C/C++/Fortran or a similar language, experience with software. Experience with GEANT4 simulations. Experience with data analysis is a plus.
- Experience with one of Jefferson Lab experiment is preferred.
- Postdoctoral Associate applicants: Must have earned their PhD within the past 4 years.
- Senior Research Associate applicants: Must have a PhD in Experimental Nuclear Physics and at least 4 years of prior postdoctoral experience


 

Overtime Status

Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Restricted

Salary Information

Commensurate with experience

Hours per week

40 hours - exempt position

Review Date

September 29, 2025

Additional Information

 

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

 

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.

Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance.  These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Jackie Woodyard at woodyaj@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

 

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