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Michigan State University Scientist FRIB/NSCL-Continuing in East Lansing, Michigan
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Scientist FRIB/NSCL-Continuing
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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, Continuing System Academic Staff, Full Time (90-100%), Non-Union
Working/Functional Title
Physicist
Position Summary
Michigan State University operates FRIB as a user facility for the U.S. Department of Energy Office of Science (DOE-SC), supporting the mission of the DOE-SC Office of Nuclear Physics.
As one of 28 DOE-SC user facilities, FRIB provides researchers with one of the most advanced tools of modern science to study rare isotopes, or short-lived nuclei not normally found on Earth. FRIB hosts what is designed to be the most powerful heavy-ion accelerator, enabling scientists to make discoveries about the properties of rare isotopes, nuclear astrophysics, fundamental interactions, and applications for society, including in medicine, homeland security, and industry.
User facility operation is supported by the DOE-SC Office of Nuclear Physics (https://www.energy.gov/science/np/nuclear-physics) . MSU’s nuclear physics graduate program is a top-ranked program nationally, according to U.S. News & World Report.
This position affords an exciting opportunity to become part of the world-class FRIB Laboratory that enables unique discovery opportunities in nuclear science.
Major Position Duties/Responsibilities
Evaluate nuclear structure and decay data relevant to the research at FRIB for the ENSDF (Experimental Nuclear Structure and Decay File) database of the United States Nuclear Data Program (USNDP).
Compile nuclear structure and decay data from newly-published journal papers and all data from FRIB for the XUNDL (Experimental Unevaluated Nuclear Data List) database of USNDP.
Develop, carry out, or participate in research activities at FRIB relevant to nuclear structure and decay data.
Communicate with FRIB users regularly and provide nuclear data support to scheduled experiments.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job classification.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Extensive knowledge and experience in nuclear structure and decay experiments
Significant experience and proficiency in computer programming for data analysis and processing using Java, Python, and/or C++
Understanding data compilation and evaluation process including the ENSDF evaluation standard and data format
Excellent communication skills to communicate effectively and credibly, both verbally and in writing with all audiences
Proficiency with Linux shell commands and scripts
Commitment to nuclear structure and decay data program
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 -Experimental Nuclear Physics
Minimum Requirements
PhD in Experimental Nuclear Physics, with a concentration in Nuclear Structure
At least three years of experience as a post-doctoral researcher in the area of nuclear structure and decay with a record of accomplishment
At least five years of experience and proficiency in computer programming for data analysis and processing
Desired Qualifications
Five years of experience as a post-doctoral experience in experimental nuclear physics
Experience with experimental techniques and methods in nuclear structure and decay experiments
Experience and knowledge in experimental nuclear structure data compilation and evaluation
Five years of experience in programing with Java, Python, /C++
Experience with ML/AI in processing nuclear data
Required Application Materials
CV
Cover Letter
Contact information for three reference letter writers
Special Instructions
Any questions related to the position can be addressed to Sarah Powell (powells@frib.msu.edu)
Review of Applications Begins On
04/22/2024
Website
www.frib.msu.edu
MSU Statement
Michigan 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: Mar 21, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time