"Postdoctoral Research Associate -James C. Wyant College of Optical Sciences"

Postdoctoral Research Associate -James C. Wyant College of Optical Sciences

Company:
The University of Arizona

Job Location:
Tucson, Arizona

Category:
Physics

Type:
Full-Time

Posting Number: req23031

Department: James C Wyant Coll Optical Sci

Location: Main Campus

Address: Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

The Polarization Laboratory at the University of Arizona is seeking a highly motivated and qualified Postdoctoral Research Associate I/II/III/IV/V (depending on experience) to contribute to ongoing research in imaging science for polarimetry. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Meredith Kupinski and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of staff and students.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct original research in polarizaiton imaging and contribute to the design, execution, and interpretation of experiments or simulations.
• Develop, implement, and refine computational and/or experimental techniques relevant to the project. Analyze data, prepare publications, and present findings at scientific meetings and conferences.
• Contribute to proposal writing and project reporting, as appropriate.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Interest in mentoring students and contributing to a collaborative academic environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in optics, physics, engineering or related field upon hire.
• Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals.

FLSA: Exempt

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40

Job FTE: 1.0

Work Calendar: Fiscal

Job Category: Research

Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay: NIH salary guidelines, Depends on Experience

Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies: 1

Contact Information for Candidates

Lisa Armijo-larmijo@optics.arizona.edu

Open Until Filled: Yes

Documents Needed to Apply: Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter

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