Research Associate, Research Scientist

Research Associate

Department: CAS Physics and Astronomy

Part/Full Time: Full Time

Advertised Salary Range:

Under general supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI), this individual will contribute to research on the study of the flavor content of nucleons and nuclei funded by the Department of Energy. The employee will perform data analysis, simulations, and analytical calculations of various physics processes; prepare and share findings at meetings, conferences, and in publications; assist in training graduate and undergraduate students;

and contribute to program evaluations and/or grant proposals.

• Experience in nuclear and particle physics, knowledge of root, MC simulation programs, C++.
• Required to conduct business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures, and regulations.

Job Close Date: 08/23/2026

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