Fermilab, Neutrino Division
Position ID:
FNAL-Neutrino Division-NDRA2026 [#31349, FermiNDRA2026]
Position Title:
Fermilab Neutrino Division Research Associate
Position Type:
Postdoctoral
Position Location:
Batavia, Illinois 60510, United States of America
Subject Areas:
Physics / Accelerator and Beam Physics, Accelerator Physics, Applied Physics, Astronomy, Astronomy and Astrophysics, Astroparticle Physics, Cosmology
High Energy Physics / Physics, cosmology, Neutrino physics and Astrophysics, accelerator, astrophysics
High Energy Physics / Physics, cosmology, Neutrino physics and Astrophysics, accelerator, astrophysics
Appl Deadline:
2026/01/20 11:59PM
(posted 2025/12/06, listed until 2026/06/06)
(posted 2025/12/06, listed until 2026/06/06)Position Description:
Position Description
Fermilab is America’s outstanding laboratory for particle physics and accelerator research, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. We support discovery science experiments in Illinois and at locations around the world.Fermilab’s Neutrino Division has a strong and exciting research program with major commitments to a diverse range of current and future neutrino experiments including DUNE, NOvA, MicroBooNE, and SBN (SBND and ICARUS detectors). Additional information on the Fermilab neutrino program can be found here: http://neutrinophysics.fnal.gov/. ;
Neutrino Division seeks highly qualified and motivated candidates for Postdoctoral Research Associate positions to conduct their primary research in experimental neutrino physics, including simulation, data reconstruction and analysis, machine learning and AI applications, detector construction and operation, and R&D with test stands and test-beam experiments. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to play an important role in the next-generation long-baseline neutrino experiment, DUNE, as well as the current experimental program including NOvA, the Short Baseline Neutrino Program, and liquid argon TPC R&D. They will each be supervised by a Neutrino Division scientist and supported by a mentor team. Every effort is made to support and guide Fermilab Research Associates so that they have the opportunity to pursue their research interests and produce physics results.
The position is for a period of up to three (3) years, with the potential for extension considered on a yearly basis thereafter.
Qualifications and Essential Job Functions
- Ph.D. in particle physics, nuclear physics, or relevant subject by the time of the appointment
- Strong record of recent accomplishments in experimental physics
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Creative and independent problem-solving skills
- Willingness to work collaboratively on a large and international team
- Abide by all environment, safety, security, and health regulations.
Application Instructions
Interested candidates should submit via Academic Jobs Online: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/31349 ;
• Curriculum Vitae
• Research Statement (no more than 3 pages)
• Publication List
• Three Reference Letters (to be submitted directly by reference writers to AJO)
For general information about this position, please contact Alex Himmel at ahimmel@fnal.gov with “ND Research Associate Application” in the subject heading.
Physical Activity and Work Conditions
HUMAN FACTORS: Mental Concentration and Tight Work Schedule.
Work Arrangement:
Please note that the described work arrangement is subject to change based on business needs and is not guaranteed to be final.
- Onsite: This is an onsite role, and the candidate must be able to work from our office in Batavia, IL.
Benefits/Perks:
Fermilab offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, including:
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid time off
- Life insurance
- Short and Long-term disability insurance
- • Retirement benefits
Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research statement
- Publication list
- Three reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site. Letters should be submitted by 2026/01/20 11:59PM )
And anything else requested in the position description.
Further Info: