Postdoctoral Fellow - Polarized Electron Source

Jefferson Lab; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Lab in Newport News, VA seeks a Post Doctoral Fellow to advance high-voltage photoemission and polarized electron sources for cutting-edge experiments. The role focuses on developing photoemission guns, vacuum techniques, and beam diagnostics to support the MOLLER parity-violation experiment.

Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in Physics, Applied Physics, or Electrical Engineering and collaborate across groups to deliver high-quality scientific results.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required in physics, applied physics, or electrical engineering.
• Expertise in polarized electron sources and/or electron polarimetry.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytic, numeric and experimental research in polarized electron source and/or electron polarimetry.
• Develop high voltage photoemission guns and vacuum techniques.
• Characterize photocathodes and beam properties using diagnostic tools.
• Operate and commission equipment at injector test facilities and during shutdowns.
• Support MOLLER experiment beam quality and polarization requirements.

Skills

High-voltage physics

Polarized electron sources

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Ph.D. Physics, Applied Physics, or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Jefferson Lab in Newport News, VA seeks a Post Doctoral Fellow to advance high-voltage photoemission and polarized electron sources for cutting-edge experiments. The role focuses on developing photoemission guns, vacuum techniques, and beam diagnostics to support the MOLLER parity-violation experiment.

Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in Physics, Applied Physics, or Electrical Engineering and collaborate across groups to deliver high-quality scientific results.