Permanent Research Scientist in Nuclear Physics Position: UK National Physics Laboratory
24 May 2017
A vacancy for a permanent position as RESEARCH SCIENTIST NUCLEAR PHYSICS has opened up at the UK National Physical Laboratory to work predominantly in the neutron metrology and measurement section, which would be suitable for PhD level nuclear physicists:
For any initial informal questions on this role, feel free to contact Prof. Paddy Regan, U.Surrey and NPL (p.regan@surrey.ac.uk) or Dr. Steven Judge, NPL Group Leader (Steven.judge@npl.co.uk).
Job Description:
The UK's National Physical Laboratory (NPL) sits at the intersection between scientific discovery and real world application. One of the top three National Measurement Institutes (NMIs) in the world, we now have a regional presence and strategic relationships with Surrey and Strathclyde Universities. Our expertise and original research have benefited UK citizens and the UK economy for over a century.
NPL has a vacancy for a research scientist to work in the neutron metrology section. The work will involve working on a wide variety of projects with partners from industry and academia, including the measurement of nuclear data for applications in the nuclear industry, and supporting instrument development and characterisation. In addition, NPL is aiming to invest in a new particle accelerator and the job holder would be involved in helping to build the business case and draw up the technical specifications.
The job holder would be working closely with the NPL / Surrey University Professor of Nuclear Metrology. Contributions to scientific journals and conferences are encouraged.
A degree in physics and a PhD in experimental nuclear physics or accelerator science are essential. Post-doctoral research experience would be useful.
The Requirements
• PhD/EngD in experimental nuclear physics or related field.
Desirable to have experience in several of the following:
• Excellent problem-solver, with record of achievement in a R&D environment.
• Knowledge and understanding of ionizing radiation detection.
• Experimental experience of ionizing radiation measurement and data analysis
• Track record of conference presentations and peer-reviewed publications.
• Skilled in developing software for instrumentation control and data analysis.
• Ability to work in an interdisciplinary project team, and as collaborator to academic & industrial partners.
About us
Based in a unique, purpose-built research environment, we are located in beautiful surroundings on the edge of Bushy Park, south-west London with a host of onsite facilities. These include a subsidised crèche, restaurant, free parking and our own sports and social club.
NPL Management Limited is committed to supporting its people to develop both personally and professionally and is committed to equal opportunities.
Based in a unique, purpose-built research environment, we are located in beautiful surroundings on the edge of Bushy Park, south-west London with a host of onsite facilities. These include a subsidised crèche, restaurant, free parking and our own sports and social club.
NPL Management Limited is committed to supporting its people to develop both personally and professionally and is committed to equal opportunities. NPL Management Limited is a Stonewall Diversity Champion and an Institute of Physics Project Juno Supporter.
Postdoctoral Position in Experimental Nuclear Physics: University of Massachusetts Lowell
23 May 2017
The Nuclear Physics group at the University of Massachusetts Lowell has an immediate Post-Doctoral opening to help exploit new opportunities in experimental research both at major national user facilities and at our Radiation Laboratory. The current research in the group is in fundamental nuclear structure and nuclear astrophysics, and in detector R&D and applied nuclear science using emerging scintillators and segmented Ge detectors. The Radiation Laboratory on campus has a 1-MW research reactor and a 5.5-MV CN Van de Graaff accelerator. The university is situated in the historic city of Lowell, on the Merrimack river, a half-hour northwest of Boston.
We are looking for recent PhD graduates who want to take challenging roles in the existing programs, with a primary focus on characterizing, optimizing and utilizing new scintillators for nuclear science, but who will also be encouraged to pursue their own research interests. A Ph.D in experimental nuclear physics or a closely related field is required. Experience with state-of-the-art nuclear detectors and techniques, as well as multi-parameter digital data acquisition and analysis of accelerator-based experiments, is desirable.
The successful candidates will be integral members of the research group of Professors Partha Chowdhury, C.J. (Kim) Lister and Andrew Rogers. They will be expected to mentor graduate and undergraduate students, with possible teaching opportunities in the department for qualified candidates.
The appointments will be for two years contingent on continued external funding.
The application process is fully online (Job Reference No. 0081854 at http://jobs.uml.edu)
Review of applications will begin June 15, 2017 and continue until the position is filled.
The University of Massachusetts Lowell is committed to increasing diversity in its faculty, staff, and student populations, as well as curriculum and support programs, while promoting an inclusive environment. We seek candidates who can contribute to that goal and encourage you to apply and to identify your strengths in this area.
Open Postdoctoral Position in Computational Nuclear Physics: Oak Ridge National Laboratory
11 May 2017
University Researcher Position: University of Jyvaskyla
08 May 2017
The Nuclear Spectroscopy group at the Accelerator Laboratory of the Department of Physics, University of Jyväskylä is seeking to fill a position as University Researcher, starting 1st September 2017. Details of the application procedure can be found in the attached file, and the online application form can be found at the following link:
Open PhD Position and CERN Fellow in Experimental Nuclear Physics at ISOLDE
31 March 2017
The recently formed EIBT-LS collaboration currently offers openings for a PhD position and one CERN Fellowship in experimental nuclear physics.
The EIBT-LS is based on a new type of ion trap for laser spectroscopy of short-lived radioactive nuclides. While preserving the high resolution of conventional collinear laser spectroscopy, this novel approach promises substantial gains in experimental sensitivity in order to study the most exotic nuclides available at contemporary radioactive ion beam facilities such as ISOLDE at CERN. This project is supported by an ERC Starting Grant.
The successful candidates will participate in the design, construction, and commissioning of the novel apparatus as well as the first online measurements. Their work at CERN will hence combine the fields of ion traps, laser spectroscopy, and the science for short-lived radionuclides.
The EIBT-LS group at CERN is closely linked to collaboration partners at the University of Greifswald, the University of Heidelberg, and the Technische Universität Darmstadt. The successful PhD candidate will be affiliated to one of these universities.
Interested candidates for these positions are invited to contact Stephan Malbrunot-Ettenauer (stephan.ettenauer@cern.ch).
Candidates for the PhD position should furthermore submit their applications at https://jobs.web.cern.ch/join-us/doctoral-student-programme under the project code ‘EP6282’. The CERN doctoral student programme is open for applications twice per year. The next open call has its deadline on 12 April 2017.