Postdoc in Quantum Materials & Neutron Scattering

Brookhaven National Laboratory; Ridge (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Brookhaven National Laboratory invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Neutron Scattering Group to study spin, charge, and lattice correlations in quantum materials. The on-site postdoc will collaborate with senior researchers and contribute to proposals, data collection, analysis, and publication.

Experiences with condensed-matter physics and programming for data analysis are required.

Qualifications

• PhD in Physics required for the role.
• Strong background in condensed-matter physics is essential.
• Computing skills for data analysis (Python, IDL, Matlab or suitable alternative).

Responsibilities

• Write proposals for experimental beam time and plan neutron scattering experiments.
• Perform neutron scattering experiments at remote user facilities and analyze data.
• Communicate results through publications and conference talks.

Skills

Condensed-matter physics

Data analysis

Safety and ethics awareness

Education

PhD in Physics

Tools

Python

IDL

Matlab

Job description

Brookhaven National Laboratory invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Neutron Scattering Group to study spin, charge, and lattice correlations in quantum materials. The on-site postdoc will collaborate with senior researchers and contribute to proposals, data collection, analysis, and publication.

Experiences with condensed-matter physics and programming for data analysis are required.