[Cugapost] Research Associate Position at the University of Virginia- A message from Dr. Donal Day

[Lorelei Chopard]

Experimental Nuclear Physics Research Associate

The Solid Polarized Target group at the University of Virginia invites applications for a postdoctoral Research Associate position to start in early 2013. Our group currently has three research faculty, one research scientist, one post-doctoral research associate, and three graduate students.

The successful candidate will join our group's program of studies of Electron Interactions in Nuclei, which is carried out primarily at Jefferson Lab, where our group plays a leading role in major experiments using polarized targets and in inclusive experiments designed to expose the role of short range correlations in nuclei and the transition of nucleon to quark degrees of freedom.

Our group has a strong program of target physics studies in our polarized target laboratory where we have a 4He evaporation refrigerator working with an 8 T superconducting solenoid. A dilution refrigerator is under development. Polarized materials are tested after irradiation and chemical doping for use in Jefferson Lab experiments.

Opportunities to participate in other related experiments in all four halls are also available. The successful candidate is expected to play a leading role in the preparation, data collection and analysis phases of one or more of these experiments, and is encouraged to propose new experiments for the energy upgrade at JLAB.

Candidates are required to have a Ph.D. in experimental nuclear or particle physics by appointment start date. This is a one-year appointment; however, appointment may be renewed for an additional two, one-year increments, contingent upon available funding and satisfactory performance.

To apply, please submit a candidate profile on-line through Jobs at Uva (Https://jobs.virginia.edu) and electronically attach the following: a cover letter, curriculum vitae and the contact information for three professional references; search on posting number 0611243

Review of applications will begin January 12, 2013; however, the position will remain open until filled.

Questions regarding this position should be directed to:
Dr. Donal Day
dbd at virginia.edu

Questions regarding the Candidate Profile process or Jobs at UVA should be directed to:
Tammie Shifflett
434-924-6565
tms4t at virginia.edu

The University of Virginia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women, Minorities, Veterans and Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.