Researcher in Astrophysics (Oak Ridge National Laboratory)

Location: Oak Ridge, TN, US, 37830 Company: Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) Requisition ID: 16053 Appointment: Full-time, initial 2-year LDRD-supported appointment, expected transition to permanent based on performance and funding Overview Join ORNL’s Physics Division as a Research Staff Scientist in the Nuclear Structure Astrophysics Group. Conduct independent research in nuclear structure and nuclear astrophysics, contribute to experimental design, instrumentation, and data analysis, and develop ML/AI tools for nuclear physics applications. Key Responsibilities Conduct independent research on exotic nuclei physics. Lead design, setup, and execution of experiments at national/international facilities (FRIB, ATLAS). Develop instrumentation and analysis techniques. Publish papers, write proposals, and act as Principal Investigator. Supervise staff and students. Present work internally and externally. Support ORNL’s mission and uphold core values: Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, Service. Basic Qualifications PhD in nuclear physics or related field. ≥5 years of post-PhD experience in relevant research. Expertise in low-energy nuclear physics. Ability to analyze nuclear physics experimental data. Preferred: experience with gamma-ray arrays (GRETINA) and charged-particle detectors (GODDESS). Preferred Qualifications Strong record of publications and scientific presentations. Leadership in independent research. Ability to collaborate with staff internally and externally. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Motivated self-starter, able to work in fast-paced, dynamic environments. Application Instructions Submit the following: Cover letter outlining research interests and qualifications Curriculum vitae (CV) Contact information for three references Application support: ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov (for disability accommodations or technical issues) Security & Eligibility Must obtain/maintain HSPD-12 PIV badge and comply with DOE access restrictions. Real ID-compliant identification required. Federal Tier 1 background check required (includes drug activity declaration). Foreign nationals: PIV credential requires 3 years consecutive U.S. residence or Local Site Specific Only (LSSO) approval. Benefits & Workplace Medical, dental, vision coverage Retirement plans: 401(k), contributory pension Life and disability insurance Generous vacation, holidays, parental leave Employee assistance, legal, wellness, and educational programs Flexible work hours and on-site amenities (fitness, banking, cafeteria) Relocation assistance and employee discounts Additional Information Position open for a minimum of 5 days; closes when a qualified candidate is hired. Accepted file types: Word (.doc/.docx), PDF (unsecured), RTF, HTML (≤5MB). ORNL is an equal opportunity employer; UT-Battelle participates in E-Verify. If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Physicaloxy

Location: Oak Ridge, TN, US, 37830
Company: Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL)
Requisition ID: 16053
Appointment: Full-time, initial 2-year LDRD-supported appointment, expected transition to permanent based on performance and funding

Overview

Join ORNL’s Physics Division as a Research Staff Scientist in the Nuclear Structure Astrophysics Group. Conduct independent research in nuclear structure and nuclear astrophysics, contribute to experimental design, instrumentation, and data analysis, and develop ML/AI tools for nuclear physics applications.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct independent research on exotic nuclei physics.
Lead design, setup, and execution of experiments at national/international facilities (FRIB, ATLAS).
Develop instrumentation and analysis techniques.
Publish papers, write proposals, and act as Principal Investigator.
Supervise staff and students.
Present work internally and externally.
Support ORNL’s mission and uphold core values: Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, Service.

Basic Qualifications

PhD in nuclear physics or related field.
≥5 years of post-PhD experience in relevant research.
Expertise in low-energy nuclear physics.
Ability to analyze nuclear physics experimental data.
Preferred: experience with gamma-ray arrays (GRETINA) and charged-particle detectors (GODDESS).

Preferred Qualifications

Strong record of publications and scientific presentations.
Leadership in independent research.
Ability to collaborate with staff internally and externally.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Motivated self-starter, able to work in fast-paced, dynamic environments.

Application Instructions

Submit the following:

Cover letter outlining research interests and qualifications
Curriculum vitae (CV)
Contact information for three references

Application support: ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov (for disability accommodations or technical issues)

Security & Eligibility

Must obtain/maintain HSPD-12 PIV badge and comply with DOE access restrictions.
Real ID-compliant identification required.
Federal Tier 1 background check required (includes drug activity declaration).
Foreign nationals: PIV credential requires 3 years consecutive U.S. residence or Local Site Specific Only (LSSO) approval.

Benefits & Workplace

Medical, dental, vision coverage
Retirement plans: 401(k), contributory pension
Life and disability insurance
Generous vacation, holidays, parental leave
Employee assistance, legal, wellness, and educational programs
Flexible work hours and on-site amenities (fitness, banking, cafeteria)
Relocation assistance and employee discounts

Additional Information

Position open for a minimum of 5 days; closes when a qualified candidate is hired.
Accepted file types: Word (.doc/.docx), PDF (unsecured), RTF, HTML (≤5MB).
ORNL is an equal opportunity employer; UT-Battelle participates in E-Verify.

If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Physicaloxy

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