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Post-Doctoral Research Associate of Theoretical Nuclear Physics (Non-Tenure Track)

Employer
Old Dominion University
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States
Salary
Competitive Salary
Date posted
Dec 4, 2024

Job Details

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title
Post-Doctoral Research Associate of Theoretical Nuclear Physics (Non-Tenure Track)

Department
PHYSICS

Position Number
F0181A

Job Description

The Department of Physics at Old Dominion University invites applicants for a Post-Doctoral Research Associate specialized in theoretical nuclear/particle physics, to begin June 10, 2025 and will be a 12-month appointment. This Post-Doctoral Research Associate will conduct research performed jointly at ODU and Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility under the supervision of Dr. Arkaitz Rodas Bilbao. The position is a two-year, restricted appointment, subject to funding availability and satisfactory progress.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Within the predetermined research scope and methodology, conduct research as agreed upon with the PI.
  • Participate in the preparation of reports and manuscripts for publication as co-author or sole author.
  • Engaging in self-directed professional reading, developing contacts with colleagues, and attending seminars as directed by the faculty member or department head.
Position Type
FullTime

Type of Recruitment
General Public

Type of Recruitment
General Public

Minimum required education and/or special licenses, registrations, trainings, or certifications

Candidates must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Theoretical Nuclear or Particle Physics by no later than July 25, 2025.

Minimum required level and type of experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities
  1. At least one (1) successful research project in the area of hadron spectroscopy or closely related field.
  2. Active knowledge of quantum field theory.
  3. Knowledge of Mathematica or similar software.
  4. Coding skills in either Python, C, C++ or Fortran.


Preferred Qualifications

Conditions of Employment

Location
Norfolk, VA

Job Open Date
12/04/2024

Application Review Date
01/02/2025

Open Until Filled
Yes

Application Instructions

Interested candidates must apply at https://jobs.odu.edu/postings/21859
and attach the following with their online application:
  1. A cover letter.
  2. A curriculum vitae.
  3. A statement of research interests.
  4. Unofficial graduate transcripts.
  5. Contact information for 3 professional references. When your application is submitted, the application site will request letters of recommendation from these individuals.


Applications must be submitted by January 02, 2025, for full consideration. The position will remain open until it is filled. Questions about the position should be directed to Dr. Arkaitz Rodas Bilbao ( arodasbi@odu.edu ), Chair of the Search Committee.

Telework Friendly
Yes

Equity Statement

It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Diversity at (757) 683-3141.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or © consistent with contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

About the College

https://www.odu.edu/sci

About the Department

https://www.odu.edu/physics

Company

Old Dominion University, located in Norfolk, is Virginia's forward-focused public doctoral research university with more than 23,000 students, a top R1 research ranking, rigorous academics, an energetic residential community and initiatives that contribute $2.6 billion annually to Virginia's economy.

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