Research Associate-Fixed Term
- Employer
- Michigan State University
- Location
- East Lansing
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- Academic Affairs, Research Staff & Technicians
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Work type: Faculty/Academic Staff
Major Administrative Unit / College: Facility For Rare Isotope Beams
Department: Facility For Rare Isotope Beams 10049299
Sub Area: FAS- Fac./Acad Staff
Salary: Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location: East Lansing
Categories: Research/Scientific, Fixed Term Academic Staff, Full Time (90-100%), Non-Union
Position Summary
MSU is seeking to fill a position of a post-doctoral research associate by June 2025. Applicants must have a Ph.D. (or anticipate Ph.D. completion by June 2025) in nuclear theory with background knowledge in low energy reaction theory relevant to the Facility for Rare Isotope Beams, including compound and direct reactions, as well as central collisions. Applicants are expected to have excellent research track record and communication skills, as well as experience with writing scientific codes. Applicants that display significant initiative as well as good understanding of issues surrounding diversity equity and inclusion will be preferred. The successful candidate will be part of the reaction theory initiative at FRIB. The appointment will initially be for two years with the possibility of renewal for a third year, depending on performance and the availability of funds.
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 DegreeDoctorate -Nuclear Theory
Minimum Requirements- PhD in nuclear theory or anticipate PhD completion by Spring of 2025
- At least one year of experience with low-energy reaction theory, either compound, direct reactions, or central collisions
- Research record in Nuclear Theory as evidenced by published refereed journals and/or conference proceedings
Interested candidates are requested to submit a curriculum vitae, a list of publications, and a brief statement of research interests, as well as contact information for at least three references for letters of recommendation.
Special InstructionsInterested candidates are requested to submit a curriculum vitae, a list of publications, and a brief statement of research interests, as well as contact information for at least three references for letters of recommendation. The review of applications begins on 15 November 2024. Applicants should contact Filomena Nunes (nunes@frib.msu.edu) if they have questions.
Review of Applications Begins On11/15/2024
Websitehttps://frib.msu.edu/
MSU StatementMichigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.
Advertised: Sep 19, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Sep 19, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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