Postdoctoral Fellow, Physics; Nuclear​/Precision Measurement

Postdoctoral Fellow, Physics (Nuclear / Precision Measurement)

We are looking for a postdoctoral fellow to join our experimental nuclear physics group at Indiana University Bloomington. The group focuses on fundamental questions in nuclear physics, particle physics, and astrophysics/cosmology, with projects including the flavor and spin structure of the nucleon (STAR at RHIC, Belle II at KEK), parity and time reversal violation studies (NIST, SNS, LANSCE, JPARC, JLAB, FRM), neutrino property measurements (Fermilab, SNS, SURF, LNGS), neutron decay and interferometry (NIST, LANSCE, SNS, ISIS, ILL), and searches for exotic spin‑dependent interactions.

Alignment within the Center for Exploration of Energy and Matter (CEEM) allows collaboration with theoretical nuclear physics, condensed matter, and radiation effects research. Laboratory facilities include a low‑energy neutron source (LENS), a polarized 3

He lab, a dilution refrigerator, a vibration‑isolated lab for weak force measurement, and full‑scale fabrication and machining support.

• Design, build, and operate experimental instrumentation and detectors in support of current and future CEEM projects.
• Collaborate with graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, staff engineers, and faculty across the center to advance experimental goals.
• Analyze experimental data and contribute to publications and conference presentations.
• Participate in the planning and execution of experiments at national laboratories and facilities such as RHIC, KEK, SNS, LANSCE, FRM, and others.

• PhD in experimental subatomic physics, precision measurement, or related field, with at least 3 years of post‑graduation training.
• Strong background in detector design, instrumentation, or data acquisition systems.
• Experience with low‑temperature physics, neutron or ion beam instrumentation, or precision measurement techniques is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in programming (e.g., Python, C/C++) and data analysis.
• Excellent communication skills and a strong record of collaborative research.

Application instructions and materials can be submitted at . The search will remain open, and applications will be reviewed as received. Contact Professor Walter Pettus (
pettus
) for additional questions.

Expected start date:
July 1 2026; the first candidate will be considered for a position starting in September 2024.

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