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Post Doctoral Researcher, Physics (PCN TBD)
Pocatello - Main

Company Description

Idaho State University, established in 1901, is a Carnegie-classified doctoral research and teaching institution, with a culture built on trust, compassion, stability, and hope. ISU serves over 12,000 students in Pocatello, Meridian, Twin Falls, and Idaho Falls. Students and faculty at ISU are leading the way in cutting-edge research and innovative solutions. We are proud to offer exceptional academics nestled in the grand, natural beauty of the West. We invite you to apply to be a part of our University community!

Job Description

This position makes significant contributions to the development of the MOLLER experiment at Jefferson Lab and assists in managing various research projects and students in an experimental nuclear physics laboratory. Key responsibilities include:

• Develop the Shower-max detector system for MOLLER (design, fabrication, simulation, testing, installation, and commissioning)
• Perform detailed PMT non-linearity characterizations for MOLLER integrating detectors
• Perform radiation hardness measurements on detector components and electronics at the Idaho Accelerator Center
• Develop integrating detector logistics for MOLLER: patch panels, cabling harness, and gas system designs and prototypes

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in experimental nuclear or particle physics or a closely related field by the starting date
• Expertise in an area relevant to the group’s research program, which include experimental hardware, data acquisition, analysis and simulations

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in any of the following areas is an advantage: software and hardware development in accelerator-based experiments, C++, root, GEANT4 and related CERN library tools
• Familiarity with the JLab CODA data acquisition system

Additional Information

You must submit your CV/resume, cover letter, a brief statement of research interests and list of three (3) professional references, including current contact information. This position will remain open until it is filled. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. Benefits include comprehensive health, dental, and vision; life insurance; disability plan; employee assistance program (EAP); excellent retirement options and company contribution; and generous paid time off/sick leave accrual. All offers of employment are conditional pending the successful completion of a background investigation, provided by HireRight.

Posting Number: req1692
Type: Working 12 months per year
Position: Non-classified Staff
Division: Office Of Academic Affairs

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