Theoretical Nuclear Physics Postdoc - QCD & Hadron Structure

Stony Brook University; Stony Brook (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nuclear Theory Group and the Center for Nuclear Theory ( CNT ) at Stony Brook University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate position in theoretical nuclear physics. The Stony Brook Nuclear Theory Group provides a stimulating and collaborative research environment with close scientific interactions with the Nuclear Theory Group at Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL).

The proximity of BNL and the activities of the Center for Frontiers in Nuclear Science ( CFNS ) provide

Qualifications

• Ph.D. (or foreign equivalent) in theoretical nuclear physics, particle physics, or a closely related field by start of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in theoretical nuclear physics within the predetermined research scope and methodology, with emphasis on QCD at finite temperature, density, and high energy; hadron and nuclear structure; many-body theory; and the interface of quantum information science.
• Carry out analytical and numerical computations.
• Work and collaborate with graduate students on research initiatives.
• Participate actively in Many-body theory discussions, group meetings, and seminars.
• Attend scientific conferences, workshops, and meetings to present research findings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Nonperturbative QCD

Hadron structure

QCD at finite temperature/density

Relativistic heavy-ion collisions

Lattice gauge theory

Quantum field theory

Quantum information aspects

EIC theory & small-x physics

Education

Ph.D. in theoretical nuclear or particle physics

Job description

The Nuclear Theory Group and the Center for Nuclear Theory ( CNT ) at Stony Brook University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate position in theoretical nuclear physics. The Stony Brook Nuclear Theory Group provides a stimulating and collaborative research environment with close scientific interactions with the Nuclear Theory Group at Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL).

The proximity of BNL and the activities of the Center for Frontiers in Nuclear Science ( CFNS ) provide