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Position Summary

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

1. 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

1. Cover letter highlighting area of interest and experience related to the position 
2. CV including a complete list of publications and presentations
3. 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.

Review of Applications Begins On

06/22/2026

Website

https://frib.msu.edu/

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