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The Pennsylvania State University

The elementary-particle theory faculty at Penn State consists of Carlos Blanco, Jacob Bourjaily ... BENEFITS Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to ...

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D. in Physics, and the ideal candidate should have experience with experimental particle ... BENEFITS Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to ...

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... particle physics and astronomy. The projects will range from satellite- and balloon-based ... full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to ...

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Required CredentialsPhysics degree, PhD often preferred, research experiencePhysics or nuclear engineering degree, specialized nuclear certifications
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, universities, large particle acceleratorsNuclear facilities, research labs, government agencies
Industry UsageFundamental research, academia, government labsNuclear energy, medical imaging, defense

Full Time Particle Physics and Full Time Nuclear Physics share similar educational backgrounds and research environments. However, particle physics focuses on understanding fundamental particles and forces, often involving large-scale accelerators, while nuclear physics centers on atomic nuclei, nuclear reactions, and applications like energy and medicine. Both careers require advanced degrees and research experience, but their specific industry applications differ.

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Postdoctoral Appointee - Medium Energy Physics

Postdoctoral Appointee - Medium Energy Physics

Argonne National Laboratory

Richmond, VA • On-site

$70K - $117K/yr

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Key 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
You may combine these focus areas with other ongoing projects in our group.
About Argonne and the MEP Group
Argonne National Laboratory, situated near Chicago, is a prominent multidisciplinary science and engineering research center. The Medium Energy Group in the Physics Division, comprises eight staff members, two engineers, and postdocs and students. Our program spans electron-scattering experiments at Jefferson Lab in Hall A, B, and C, including CLAS12 and SoLID. We have led SeaQuest and are involved in SpinQuest at Fermilab and the MUSE experiment at PSI. Our hardware program includes the ePIC Barrel Imaging Calorimeter, and instrumentation R&D such as a polarized lithium-ion source for EIC, superconducting nanowire particle detectors and pixelized MCP-PMTs.
Position Requirements
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
Application Materials
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Cover Letter describing research experience and fit for the role
Contact information for three references to be sent to Kaitlin Raimondi at PHYHR@anl.gov
Job Family: Postdoctoral
Job Profile: Postdoctoral Appointee
Worker Type: Long‐Term (Fixed Term)
Time Type: Full time
The expected hiring range for this position is $70,758.00-$117,925.00.
Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs. Additionally, comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package.
Click here (https://www.anl.gov/hr/healthcare-insurance) to view Argonne employee benefits!
As an equal employment opportunity employer, and in accordance with our core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity and teamwork, Argonne National Laboratory is committed to a safe and welcoming workplace that fosters collaborative scientific discovery and innovation. Argonne encourages everyone to apply for employment. Argonne is committed to nondiscrimination and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.
Argonne employees, and certain guest researchers and contractors, are subject to particular restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. You will be asked to disclose any such participation in the application phase for review by Argonnes Legal Department.
All Argonne offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes an assessment of criminal conviction history conducted on an individualized and case‐by‐case basis. Please be advised that Argonne positions require upon hire (or may require in the future) for the individual be to obtain a government access authorization that involves additional background check requirements. Failure to obtain or maintain such government access authorization could result in the withdrawal of a job offer or future termination of employment.
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