Postdoctoral Research Associate

Posting Number:

PG191507PD

Position Number:

00111536

Position Type:

Post Doc

FLSA:

Exempt

Department ID:

170601 - Physics

Department:

170601 - Physics

Job City & State:

Raleigh, NC

Essential Job Duties:

The Physics Department provides: (1) High quality Physics instruction to the University community through courses in introductory physics; (2) educational opportunities for under graduate and graduate students in physics through high quality curricula, faculty, and research facilities; (3) outreach programs that advance scientific knowledge. Our research programs cover a diverse spectrum including astrophysics, general relativity, condensed matter theory and experiment, computational physics, biophysics, nanoscalescience, physics education, experimental nuclear physics, particle and nuclear theory, experimental optics, and experimental atomic and molecular physics. The department enrolls approximately 120 graduate students and 140 undergrad physics majors. The department size is approximately 56 faculty members. While working in this department, you will be expected to foster a supportive and welcoming environment.
NC State promotes an integrated approach to problem solving that transforms lives and provides leadership for social, economic, and technological development across NorthCarolina and around the world. NC States land grant mission of teaching, research and service is dedicated to the service of North Carolina and its people. Applicants are encouraged to review the institutions mission, vision and strategic plan, and consider how their background, interest and experience would enable them to support the university.

Other Work/Responsibilities:

The chosen Postdoctoral Research Associate will join the theoretical nuclear theory group and contribute to projects in our DOE funded nuclear theory grant. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in physics, with a background in nuclear physics or particlephysics. Expertise in QCD, heavy-ion physics, QCD at high energies, hadronic physics, many-body physics, or effective field theory is desirable. This position will also include graduate student advising and scientific presentations.
A detailed breakdown of duties: Theory development (40%), Developing new software tools, numerical analysis based on existing tools (30%), Training and Mentoring (15%), Manuscript preparation, talks, and presentations (15%).

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits:

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being.
What we offer:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement and Leave
• Faculty and Staff Assistance Program
• Enhance your career with LEAD courses
• Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free.
  
  

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership , and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered. Work Schedule:

40 hours a week, days will vary

Department Required Skills:

Research experience in nuclear physics or adjacent areas of physics.
Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate (e.g., M.D., D.V.M., Sc.D.) in Physics

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education:

Expertise in QCD, heavy-ion physics, QCD at high energies, hadronic physics, many-body physics, or effective field theory is desirable.

Required License or Certification:

N/A

Valid NC Driver's License required?:

No

Commercial Driver's License Required?:

No

Anticipated Hiring Range:

$58,656 -$65,000

Job Open Date:

07/10/2025

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