Adjunct Researcher - Physics & Astronomy - PASCAL (Kent Gee's Lab)

Brigham Young University; Provo (UT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Brigham Young University seeks an Adjunct Researcher for the Physics & Astronomy PASCAL Kent Gee's Lab to advance experimental acoustics research. The candidate will plan and execute laboratory and field measurements, analyze data, and develop computational models while mentoring undergraduate researchers.

Collaboration with faculty and research partners is essential. The successful candidate must relocate to Utah.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree must be completed by start date.
• PhD in related field preferred.
• Experience in experimental acoustics or related field.
• Experience with MATLAB or comparable tools for data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct laboratory and field acoustic measurements.
• Analyze acoustic data and develop computational models.
• Mentor undergraduate researchers in methods and data analysis.
• Prepare technical reports, publications, and proposals.
• Coordinate research activities and ensure safety procedures.

Skills

Experimental research

Acoustics measurements

MATLAB

Python

Data analysis

Mentoring students

Education

Master’s degree in physics/acoustics/engineering

PhD in physics/acoustics/engineering (preferred)

Tools

Microphones

Data acquisition systems

Calibration equipment

Job description

Job Title: Adjunct Researcher - Physics & Astronomy - PASCAL (Kent Gee's Lab)Posting End Date: October 22, 2026*NOTE: Last day to apply is Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at 11:59pm (MT)Position Start Date: January 4, 2027Required Degree:Master’s degree in physics, acoustics, engineering, or a closely related field. PhD in physics, acoustics, engineering, or a related field, with expertise in physical acoustics or aeroacoustics preferred.The required degree must be completed by the start date.Experience:Required Experience:Experimental research in acoustics or a related fieldAcoustical measurements and experimental methodsSignal processing and numerical/data analysisWorking with technical equipment and research dataScientific/computational data analysis, using MATLAB or comparable toolsExperience working in a collaborative research environmentExperience or demonstrated interest in mentoring undergraduate researchersPreferred Experience:Physical acoustics and/or aeroacoustics researchWorking in an academic, government, or industrial research laboratoryFull-scale or field acoustical measurementsUsing microphones, microphone arrays, data-acquisition systems, calibration equipment, and related instrumentationAircraft noise, launch-vehicle noise, jet noise, sonic booms, acoustic propagation, or nonlinear acousticsAcoustic source characterization and modelingMATLAB, with Python or similar scientific-computing tools also valuableTechnical/scientific writingPeer-reviewed publicationsConference presentationsResearch proposal developmentPlanning and conducting laboratory and field measurementsExperimental equipment preparation, calibration, deployment, and troubleshootingResearch coordination and field-test planningMentoring students in experimental methods, coding, data analysis, scientific writing, and laboratory practicesDuties/Expectations:Plan and conduct laboratory and field acoustic measurements.Analyze and interpret acoustic data and develop computational models.Prepare, calibrate, deploy, and troubleshoot research equipment.Mentor undergraduate researchers in experimental and computational methods.Contribute to technical reports, publications, presentations, and research proposals.Coordinate research activities, field testing, data organization, and safety procedures.Collaborate effectively with faculty, students, and research partners.Documents Required at the Time of Application: Please attach your updated curriculum vitae, cover letter, and Mission Alignment Statement (instructions below) to the faculty application.Note: Failure to attach the required documents may result in your application not being considered.This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.MISSION ALIGNMENT STATEMENT INSTRUCTIONSIf you are a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (Spencer W. Kimball).If you are not a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education .EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTSAll new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrines of the affiliated church.EQUAL OPPORTUNITYBrigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.