Postdoc: Neutron Instrumentation & PGAA Research

Johns Hopkins University; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total rewards package including health and retirement benefits

Job summary

Johns Hopkins University is seeking a PREP Research Associate for a CHIPS funded project. This role focuses on the development of a neutron generator-based instrument and involves designing detection systems, performing analysis, and publishing findings. Candidates should hold a PhD in Nuclear Engineering and possess extensive expertise in radiation detection principles and nuclear electronics.

This position offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with NIST researchers and contribute to significant scientific research. Total rewards and equal opportunity commitments are also part of the university's offerings.

Qualifications

• PhD in Nuclear Engineering or a related field.
• Proficiency in radiation detection principles based on neutron and gamma ray interaction with materials.
• Experience with radiation transport simulations and demonstration of hands-on ability in the design and assembly of neutron moderators for optimal thermal output.
• Expertise in nuclear digital and analog electronics related to operation of high purity germanium detectors and gamma-ray spectrometry.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement a neutron moderator for the neutron generator.
• Establish neutron and gamma ray detection systems for PGAA measurements.
• Perform PGAA spectral analysis.
• Investigate coincidence detection scheme to enhance detection limits.
• Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at meetings.

Skills

Proficiency in radiation detection principles

Experience with radiation transport simulations

Hands-on ability in neutron moderator design

Expertise in nuclear digital and analog electronics

Education

PhD in Nuclear Engineering or related field

Job description

Johns Hopkins University is seeking a PREP Research Associate for a CHIPS funded project. This role focuses on the development of a neutron generator-based instrument and involves designing detection systems, performing analysis, and publishing findings. Candidates should hold a PhD in Nuclear Engineering and possess extensive expertise in radiation detection principles and nuclear electronics.

This position offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with NIST researchers and contribute to significant scientific research. Total rewards and equal opportunity commitments are also part of the university's offerings.