One postdoctoral research position is open immediately to conduct research on neutron, gamma, and antineutrino detection for nuclear science, nuclear energy, and nuclear security applications. The group is a member of several major collaborative research frameworks including the Consortium for Nuclear Forensics (CNF), Monitoring, Technology and Verification Consortium (MTV), the Interaction of Ionizing Radiation with Matter University Research Alliance (IIRM-URA), the Zettawatt-Equivalent Ultrashort pulse laser System (ZEUS), and the LiquidO Collaboration. The group is widely supported by multiple agencies National Science Foundation, Department of Energy, Department of Defense, and Department of Homeland Security.
The candidate should hold (or soon to receive) a Ph.D. degree in experimental nuclear or particle physics, nuclear engineering, or a closely related field. The candidate must have a strong experimental background, including experience in radiation detection and digital nuclear instrumentation. Monte Carlo modeling experience is desirable, especially with Geant4 and ROOT.
The postdoctoral research associate will work in a dynamic, highly interdisciplinary team at the University of Michigan, Department of Nuclear Engineering and Radiological Sciences led by Prof. Igor Jovanovic (http://ansg.engin.umich.edu), in collaboration with other universities and national laboratories. Exceptional research facilities are available and will be used, including accelerator-based and laser-based radiation sources and state-of-the-art detectors. Funds are available to present research results at major conferences.
The position does not require U.S. citizenship or permanent residence. Based on performance and availability of funding, the successful candidate may advance to a research faculty position at the University fo Michigan. The review will begin immediately and continue till the position is filled. Interested candidates should send a CV (including a description of research experiences and related skills), a publication list, and the names of 3 references to Prof. Igor Jovanovic (ijov@umich.edu).
