Remote Postdoctoral Scientist - Polarized Electron Source

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) Plan

Remote Work Options

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off

Professional Development

Job summary

Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility seeks a highly qualified physicist to lead R&D on high voltage photoemission guns and spin-polarized electron sources for the MOLLER experiment. The role involves experimental, analytic, and vacuum-system work, including deployment at the Upgraded Injector Test Facility and Gun Test Stand, with emphasis on beam quality and device performance.

You will collaborate with physicists and engineers, publish results, and contribute to a mission-driven

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Physics, Applied Physics, or Electrical Engineering is required.
• Experience in electron emission from materials.
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and speech.
• Ability to work well in a team.
• Experience presenting at meetings or conferences.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytic, numeric and experimental research in polarized electron sources.
• Develop vacuum systems for ultrahigh vacuum.
• Conduct independent and collaborative scientific research.
• Communicate results at meetings, workshops, and conferences.
• Document findings in logs, notes, or journals.

Skills

Polarized electron source

Vacuum design

Scientific communication

Team collaboration

Project presentations

Education

PhD in Physics/Applied Physics/EE

Job description

Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility seeks a highly qualified physicist to lead R&D on high voltage photoemission guns and spin-polarized electron sources for the MOLLER experiment. The role involves experimental, analytic, and vacuum-system work, including deployment at the Upgraded Injector Test Facility and Gun Test Stand, with emphasis on beam quality and device performance.

You will collaborate with physicists and engineers, publish results, and contribute to a mission-driven