| Job Title | | Nuclear/High-Energy Physicist (Scientist 2/3) | | | | Location | | Los Alamos, NM, US | | | | Organization Name | | P-25/Subatomic Physics | | | | Minimum Salary | | | | | | Maximum Salary | | | | | | | | What You Will DoThe Physics Division at Los Alamos National Laboratory invites applicants for a staff scientist position in the High Energy Nuclear Physics team of the Subatomic Physics Group (P-25). The team studies the structure of the nucleon, high-energy heavy ion physics, initial state QCD effects and gluon saturation physics. The team is currently involved in the PHENIX and sPHENIX experiments at the Relativistic Heavy Ion Collider (RHIC) at Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL), the LHCb experiment at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC), and in SeaQuest (E906) at Fermilab. At Fermilab, the team co-leads the polarized target program at SeaQuest, experiment E1039. Additional activities include the development of a Monolithic-Active-Pixel-Sensor (MAPS) based vertex detector for the next generation heavy ion experiment, sPHENIX, and future EIC efforts. This position will be filled at either the R&D Scientist 2 or 3 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Exceptional candidates may be considered for a higher-level position, and additional job responsibilities will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level. Scientist 2 ($87,800-$144,800) The successful candidate will be a primary participant in the commissioning, operation and data analysis of the E1039 experiment and help develop a physics program along with related detectors for the future Electron-Ion Collider (EIC). Future activities in the heavy ion physics program of sPHENIX are expected, where the group studies heavy flavor, jets and small-x physics. The candidate is expected to participate in writing research proposals to LANL’s Directed Research and Development (LDRD) program and to the DOE Office of Science. Candidates with research interests compatible with our existing experimental high-energy nuclear physics programs are particularly encouraged to apply. Scientist 3 ($96,600-$161,300) In addition to the job responsibilities outlined above, the Scientist 3 will: Provide physics and technical leadership for the E1039 experiment, help lead future EIC activities, and be a key member of the team that works on development and implementation of institutional initiatives. The applicant will help direct the physics program at the national level, build teams, and be a primary participant in reaching major science milestones. | | | | | | What You Need Minimum Job Requirements: Skills in applying physics and detector knowledge to the development of high-energy nuclear physics experiments Experience in producing physics publications, reports, and presenting physics results at national conferences Ph.D. with a record of scientific achievement in the areas of nuclear or high-energy physics Demonstrated ability to direct and carry out both independent and collaborative research, including hardware and software skills Demonstrated ability to communicate technical information to a broad audience both orally and in writing
Scientist 3 In addition to the above job requirements outlined above, the Scientist 3 requires: Recognition as an advanced or specialized leader in the field of experimental high-energy nuclear physics, nucleon structure physics, or related field A significant record of achievement through reports and publications related to high-energy nuclear and particle physics experiments Significant contributions to the development of new technical approaches, either in detector technologies and/or physics analyses Past or present significant role in a project, with experience defining the scientific goals Experience mentoring students and/or postdocs
Desired Skills: Demonstrated organizational skills, as evidenced by the ability to form, organize, administer and lead scientific collaborations Capable of developing new physics programs Recent working experience with major experimental hardware systems, especially those used in nuclear and particle physics experiments Advanced proficiency in software tools and programming languages commonly associated with nuclear/particle physics experiments
Notes to Applicants: In addition to applying on-line, applicants should submit a resume, a brief description of research interests and three reference letters addressed to Cesar L. da Silva (cesar_luiz@lanl.gov). This position does not require a security clearance, U.S. citizenship or residency. We particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups in the field; such as women, Afro-Americans, Native Americans, Hispanics and Latin Americans. | | | | | | Where You Will WorkLocated in northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. LANL enhances national security by ensuring the safety and reliability of the U.S. nuclear stockpile, developing technologies to reduce threats from weapons of mass destruction, and solving problems related to energy, environment, infrastructure, health, and global security concerns. | | | | | | Additional Details: No Clearance: Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks. New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status. Internal Applicants: Please refer to Laboratory policy P701 for applicant eligibility. Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regards to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call 1-505-665-4444 option 1. | | | | | | | | | | Employment Status | | | | | | | Appointment Type | | Regular | | Regular | | | | | |
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