Postdoctoral Scholar Job East Lansing area,Michigan USA,Research/Development

Position: Postdoctoral Scholar-Fixed Term

Postdoctoral Scholar-Fixed Term

The Postdoctoral Scholar will contribute to experimental nuclear science research in one of the areas listed below:

Lifetime measurements and spectroscopy with fast and reaccelerated rare-isotope beams – The goal of the research is to investigate nuclear shell and shape evolution far from stability and study exotic decays and electromagnetic responses of weakly-bound systems. Experiments will be performed utilizing the gamma-ray tracking array in combination of the plunger device, ancillary detectors and spectrograph (Prof. Hiro Iwasaki).

Major Duties/Responsibilities

Perform research and development activities to support the FRIB experimental program
Prepare and submit research results for publication
Attend conferences and seminars and present the results of the research program
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job classification

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Ability to conduct independent and original nuclear science research
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Thorough knowledge of nuclear science
Proficiency in experimentation, data analysis, and simulation
Ability to collaborate within the group and externally
Excellent communication skills to communicate effectively and credibly, both verbally and in writing, with all audiences

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Doctorate
-nuclear physics, nuclear or radiochemistry, nuclear astrophysics or a related field

Minimum Requirements

PhD. in nuclear physics, nuclear or radiochemistry, nuclear astrophysics, or a related field
An ability to carry out independent and original research as demonstrated by published works in refereed journals and/or conference proceedings
Demonstrated written and oral communication skills, as evidenced by published works and by presentations at conferences, workshops, scientific outreach, and other professional meetings
Strong research interest, expressed clearly in the cover letter, in one or more of the specific research areas listed for the research group
Ability to work with export-controlled technologies

Desired Qualifications

Experience programming in C++
Experience in using ROOT and Geant4
Experience in nuclear electronics and data acquisition
Experience in detector design and assembly

Required Application Materials

Cover letter highlighting area of interest and experience related to the position

CV including a complete list of publications and presentations

Contact information for at least three references

Special Instructions

Review of applications begins 22 June 2026 and will continue until all available positions are filled.

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