Research Associate Physics
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Job Description Summary
The Kandada research group is seeking a parttime Research Associate to provide computational support for cuttingedge projects at the intersection of molecular spectroscopy and quantum dynamics. The successful candidate will collaborate with postdoctoral researchers and graduate students to develop computational tools for analyzing experimental data. These experiments focus on:1. Photon counting methods in molecular and optical spectroscopy.
2. Coherent nonlinear dynamics of excitonpolaritons.
A key emphasis will be on leveraging machine learning (ML) techniques to extract insights and observables from experimental datasets.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
Computational Development:
Design and implement programs to analyze photon statistics from quantum spectroscopy systems.
Develop models to extract photophysical observables using ML and quantum information science techniques.
Construct phenomenological models to interpret ultrafast dynamics of excitonpolaritons from experimental data.
Research Support:
Conduct literature reviews to identify innovative computational approaches.
Curate and organize experimental data for analysis and future reference.
Prepare reports and presentations to communicate progress and findings.
Required Qualifications:
Advanced degree (Masters or Ph.D. in Physics Physical Chemistry or a related discipline.
Demonstrated expertise in computational physics quantum dynamics or computational chemistry.
Strong analytical and problemsolving skills with a focus on datadriven insights.
Preferred Qualifications:
Proficiency in Python programming and related libraries (e.g. NumPy SciPy TensorFlow PyTorch).
Familiarity with machine learning frameworks and their application in physical sciences.
Experience in quantum information science or optical spectroscopy.
Accountabilities:
Take ownership of assigned tasks and meet deliverables within agreed timelines.
Provide weekly progress updates to the supervisor.
Collaborate effectively with group members to achieve research objectives.
Additional Job Description
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This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other jobrelated instructions and perform jobrelated duties as may be reasonably assigned by the employees supervisor.
To help provide a safe learning and living community Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final candidates being considered for employment.
Wake Forest seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce and encourages qualified candidates across all group demographics to apply. Wake Forest University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in employment for individuals with disabilities.
Time Type Requirement
Part timeNote to Applicant:
This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other jobrelated instructions and perform jobrelated duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.
In order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final staff candidates being considered for employment.
WakeForestseeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce while promoting an inclusive work environment committed to excellence in the spirit of Pro Humanitate.In adherence with applicable laws and as provided by University policies the University prohibits discrimination in its employment practices on thebasis of race color religion national origin sex age sexual orientation gender identity and expression genetic information disability and veteran statusandencourages qualified candidates across all group demographics to apply.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Part-Time
