Research Fellow in Experimental Nuclear Physics

TN United Kingdom; Guildford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established university in the UK is seeking a dedicated Research Fellow in Experimental Nuclear Physics. This exciting role involves conducting groundbreaking research on heavy neutron-rich nuclei under extreme conditions. You will have the opportunity to organize international experiments and work with advanced detector technologies at renowned facilities. Join a collaborative team that encourages you to develop your own research agenda while contributing to significant advancements in nuclear physics. If you're passionate about making a real impact in the field and thrive in a dynamic research environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Proven research track record in experimental nuclear physics.
• Experience with radioactive isotope beams and detector setups.

Responsibilities

• Organize overseas experiments and set up complex detector arrangements.
• Maintain the LaBr3 FATIMA array and work with radioactive isotope beams.

Skills

Experimental Nuclear Physics

Detector Arrangement

Research Track Record

Gamma-ray Techniques

Isotope Beams

Education

PhD in Nuclear Physics

Tools

LaBr3 FATIMA Array

GSI/FAIR

CERN/ISOLDE

RIKEN

Job description

Research Fellow in Experimental Nuclear Physics, Guildford

Client: University of Surrey

Location: Guildford, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 4deffbd16f60

Job Views: 7

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description:

The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research.

We aim to become one of the best universities worldwide through the talents and endeavors of our staff, fostering a culture that empowers individuals to make a real difference.

The Role

We are seeking a postdoctoral research fellow in experimental nuclear physics to support a programme funded by a recent STFC consolidated grant. The work focuses on nuclear structure, particularly the behavior of heavy neutron-rich nuclei under extreme conditions, utilizing exotic-beam facilities. The research aims to understand phenomena such as shell-gap persistence, r-process nucleosynthesis, shape evolution, and K-isomerism, contributing to nuclear model development and understanding of nuclear properties.

About You

The successful candidate will organize overseas experiments, set up complex detector arrangements, and maintain the LaBr3 FATIMA array and electronics. The role involves working with radioactive isotope beams at labs like GSI/FAIR, CERN/ISOLDE, and RIKEN. Candidates should have a proven research track record in experimental nuclear physics and be encouraged to develop their own research agenda. They will join an established group studying isomeric and beta-unstable nuclei using gamma-ray, charged-particle, and storage-ring techniques.