Postdoctoral Researcher - 22510BR
Postdoctoral Researcher
Postdoctoral Researcher
Department:
Physics and Astronomy
Location/Division:
University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
Work Location Assignment:
On-Site
Reg/Temp:
Regular
Employee Class:
U-Unclassified Professional Staff
Position Overview
The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Kansas seeks to fill a postdoctoral researcher position in experimental astroparticle physics, working in the group of Professor Steven Prohira.
Starting Date: Jan 2, 2023
Length of Appointment: Appointment is for 2 years with possible extension subject to funding and performance.
GENERAL DUTIES: Research in Experimental Astroparticle Physics. The successful candidate will contribute in several aspects of the experimental astroparticle physics group's research program of Professor Steven Prohira, including hardware/firmware development, modeling and simulation, field work, publication of research results, and travel as required for work duties.
Starting Date: Jan 2, 2023
Length of Appointment: Appointment is for 2 years with possible extension subject to funding and performance.
GENERAL DUTIES: Research in Experimental Astroparticle Physics. The successful candidate will contribute in several aspects of the experimental astroparticle physics group's research program of Professor Steven Prohira, including hardware/firmware development, modeling and simulation, field work, publication of research results, and travel as required for work duties.
Job Description
Conduct research in experimental astroparticle physics in the group of Professor Steven Prohira and collaboration members world-wide. This entails working closely with professors, research scientists, other postdocs, graduate, and undergraduate students on many aspects of the RET experiment. This includes (but is not limited to) hardware development and testing, firmware development and testing, RF/antenna modeling and testing, in-field hardware testing, experimentation in the field and lab, possible deployment to remote regions such as Antarctica or Greenland, simulations, modeling, analysis, publication preparation and review, editorial work, conference travel and presentation of results, outreach activities and career development.
Specific Job Duties (percentage of time)
90% Work on the RET experiment, primarily working on hardware and/or firmware for upcoming experimental deployments including the duties above.
10% Working with students and doing outreach in service of the goals of our grants.
Specific Job Duties (percentage of time)
90% Work on the RET experiment, primarily working on hardware and/or firmware for upcoming experimental deployments including the duties above.
10% Working with students and doing outreach in service of the goals of our grants.
Required Qualifications
Evaluation of the required qualification and preferred qualification will be made through (1) records of accomplishments entered in CV, (2) description of research and education experience provided in the application materials, (3) references, and (4) publications as appropriate.
NOTE: To be appointed at the Postdoctoral Researcher title, it is necessary to have the PhD in hand. Appointments made without a diploma or certified transcript indicating an earned doctorate are conditional hires and are appointed on an acting basis not to exceed 6 months.
- A Ph.D. in physics by date of appointment
NOTE: To be appointed at the Postdoctoral Researcher title, it is necessary to have the PhD in hand. Appointments made without a diploma or certified transcript indicating an earned doctorate are conditional hires and are appointed on an acting basis not to exceed 6 months.
Preferred Qualifications
- Completion of Ph.D. within the last four years.
- Experience in experimental particle or astroparticle physics or related experimental field.
- Experience in experimental techniques and software relevant to radio experiments.
- Experience and ability in hardware and/or firmware design.
- Experience and ability in field work and experimentation.
- Good communication skills and ability to work with peers and students.
Additional Candidate Instructions
In addition to the online application form, applicants should include the following information in their application:
A cover letter addressing how required and preferred qualifications are met.
Curriculum Vitae including publications list
Statement of Research Interests and Skills
At least three letters of recommendation
Initial review date is August 15, 2022 and will continue until qualified applicant pool is identified. Please apply this date for priority consideration.
Contact Information to Applicants
Professor Steven Prohira
prohira@ku.edu
prohira@ku.edu
Advertised Salary Range
$54,000
Work Schedule
M-F, 8-5
Application Review Begins
15-Aug-2022
Anticipated Start Date
02-Jan-2023