Postdoctoral Research Associate

Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory

Job Location:

Batavia, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 69800 - 100133

Posted on: 7 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The expected hiring range for this position is:

$69800.00-$100133.00.

Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such the scope and responsibilities of the position qualifications of the selected candidate business considerations internal equity and external market pay for comparable jobs.

Fermilab seeks outstanding applicants for a post-doctoral Research Associate position at the interface of cosmic survey science and AI/ML. This position is aimed at exceptional recent PhD recipients with a proven research record from prior experience in observational cosmology AI/ML and/or related fields. Fermilab is actively involved in the Vera C. Rubin Observatory Legacy Survey of Space and Time (LSST) and the LSST Dark Energy Science Collaboration (LSST DESC). Fermilab is also the home institution of the Dark Energy Survey (DES) and an institutional member in the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI). This post-doctoral position will provide the opportunity to integrate novel AI/ML techniques into the operation and analysis of world-leading astronomical observatories.

The position is for a period of up to three (3) years with the potential for extension considered on a yearly basis thereafter. The position comes with a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

Respects understands and values individual differences that embody the principles of diversity.

Abide by all environment safety and health regulations.

Responsibilities

Publishing scientific papers based on the analysis of cosmology data.
Pursuing studies of dark energy and dark matter with cosmic surveys
Integrating AI/ML into experimental operations and/or cosmology analyses
Presenting work at scientific conferences workshops and reviews.
Contributing to scientific activities at the Fermilab Cosmic Physics Center.

Qualifications and Essential Job Functions

Ph.D. in Physics Astrophysics or relevant subject.
Demonstrated ability to carry out independent research.
Excellent written and oral communication skills including presentations to large international scientific collaborations and conferences.

Physical Activity and Work Conditions
HUMAN FACTORS: Mental Concentration Sitting Standing and Tight Work Schedule.

In addition the ability to travel by automobile and/or commercial air carrier both domestically and internationally may be required.

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should submit via Academic Jobs Online: 1) Cover letter 2) Curriculum Vitae 3) Research Statement 4) Publication List and 5) Three Reference Letters (to be submitted by the reference writers at the AJO site).

general information about this position please contact Dr. Alex Drlica-Wagner at .

Benefits/Perks:
Fermilab offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program including:

Medical Dental Vision and Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid time off
Life insurance
Short and Long-term disability insurance
Retirement benefits
Onsite day care

Why Fermilab:
Fermilab is Americas premier laboratory for particle physics and accelerator research funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. We support discovery science experiments in Illinois and locations around the world including deep underground mines in South Dakota and Canada mountaintops in Arizona and Chile CERN in Europe and the South Pole.

Drug-Free Workplace & Pre-Employment Screening

Fermilab is dedicated to fostering a safe productive and drug-free work environment. As part of the hiring process candidates must successfully complete a background check and drug screening. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Fermilab is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex age national origin disability veteran status genetic information and other legally protected categories.

REAL-ID Requirement for access to Fermilab Campus
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What To Expect Next:
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Required Experience:

The expected hiring range for this position is:$69800.00-$100133.00.Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such the scope and responsibilities of the position qualifications of the selected c...