ECA (Early Career Award) Postdoctoral Fellow

Jefferson Lab; Newport News (VA); Hybrid; USD 64,200 - 96,400; Full time

Job summary

A leading research facility in Newport News, VA is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to join a dynamic team focused on experimental nuclear physics. The role includes applying modern analysis methods and AI/ML strategies within the GlueX project. Candidates should hold a Ph.D. in a related field and possess strong data analysis and communication skills. The position is flexible on-site, contributing to innovative research efforts.

Qualifications

• Strong background in experimental nuclear physics.
• Proven ability to interact well with team members.
• Experience with AI/ML techniques is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Apply amplitude analysis methods to extract exotic meson signals.
• Develop analysis software using GPUs.
• Investigate AI/ML methods in hadron spectroscopy.
• Present research at international conferences.
• Contribute to real-time data processing development.

Skills

Data analysis

Written communication

Team interaction

Presentation at conferences

Education

Ph.D. in experimental nuclear physics

Job description

Overview

ECA (Early Career Award) Postdoctoral Fellow at Jefferson Lab. Position is a 2 year term, location Newport News, VA. Education: PhD; Experience Required: Less than 1 year. Relocation Provided: Yes. Posting Date: 05/07/2025. Salary Range: $64,200 - $96,400 (PD). Work Location Type: Flexible On-site (working more than 60% on-site).

What Your Job Will Be Like

The Gluonic Excitation Experiment (GlueX) at the Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility (Jefferson Lab) studies the light-quark meson spectrum and the role of hybrid mesons. We seek a postdoctoral research fellow to strengthen our efforts using modern analysis methods and high-performance computing.

Responsibilities

• Apply amplitude analysis methods to extract signals for exotic mesons from GlueX data
• Develop and benchmark analysis software on top-of-the-line graphics processors (GPUs)
• Lead the investigation into novel AI/ML methods for problems in hadron spectroscopy
• Present results at international conferences and contribute to publications
• Possibility to contribute to development of real-time data processing schemes on FPGAs for GlueX detector upgrade

Qualifications We Require

• Ph.D. in experimental nuclear physics

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and explain work to supervisor and the group
• Ability to interact well with the work group
• Represent work associated with specific projects at professional meetings
• Experience in data analysis

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with AI/ML techniques
• Experience in hadron spectroscopy using amplitude analysis

Application Instructions

Please send at least 2 reference letters and a cover letter describing your research interests to Mark Robin San Diego ([e-mail]) and Alexander Austregesilo ([e-mail]).

Licenses and Policies

JSA will not sponsor H1B visa for this position. JSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities; inquiries: [e-mail] or 757-269-7100 (option 1).

About Jefferson Lab

Jefferson Lab is managed by Jefferson Science Associates, LLC; Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility is a mission-driven research facility where scientists and engineers work to advance knowledge in fundamental physics.