Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Laboratory for Nuclear Science (LNS)
Position ID:
Position Title:
Postdoctoral Associate
Position Type:
Postdoctoral
Position Location:
Cambridge, Massachusetts 02139, United States of America
Subject Area:
Appl Deadline:
2025/01/21 11:59PM
(posted 2024/11/19, listed until 2025/01/21)
(posted 2024/11/19, listed until 2025/01/21)Position Description:
Position Description
The postdoctoral researcher will play a leading role in developing experimental techniques for the study of rare atoms and molecules. The selected candidate will conduct experiments in our lab on campus, as well as at ISOLDE-CERN (Switzerland) and FRIB (USA). The candidate is expected to lead research on exotic molecules and make significant contributions to various experimental programs planned at these facilities. Additionally, the candidate will participate in experiments and the analysis of resulting data from these experimental campaigns. They will also support investigations into fundamental physics utilizing atoms and molecules at MIT. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Candidates are expected to conduct independent research safely, efficiently, and professionally. The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring that the safety and quality standards of experiments are consistent with MIT's standard operating procedures. They are also expected to interact with and provide training to undergraduate and graduate students. As part of international collaborations, the selected candidate will actively engage with members of various U.S. and European institutions. The collaborative nature of the position requires availability to attend experiments in different countries and participate in international meetings. This position requires a PhD, with experience in AMO and/or nuclear physics. SUPERVISION RECEIVED The incumbent will receive broad direction and general guidance from the faculty PI at MIT. Weekly and biweekly meetings will be held to discuss progress. Additionally, an annual development review will take place at the end of each year. The faculty PI will encourage ongoing interaction and research collaboration with the researcher even after leaving MIT. SUPERVISION EXERCISED The incumbent is expected to supervise, train and support technicians, undergraduate and graduate students.MIT is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, ancestry, or national or ethnic origin. MIT’s full policy on Nondiscrimination can be found here. Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check, including verifying any finding of misconduct (or pending investigation) from prior employers.
Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research statement
- Three reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site )
And anything else requested in the position description.
Further Info:
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Laboratory for Nuclear Science
77 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02139-4307
Laboratory for Nuclear Science
77 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02139-4307