Postdoctoral Researcher - Gravitational Wave Detector Technology

Postdoctoral Researcher - Gravitational Wave Detector Technology

Location: Syracuse, NY

Pay Range: $62,400 - $68,000

Pay Determination: Salary offers at Syracuse University will be based on education, experience, and relevant skills, as well as the academic or professional discipline of the position in the context of the home department, school, or college. Salary offers may also be influenced by prior relevant work or industry experience, where applicable.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Hours: Determined by Supervisor.

Job Type: Full Time

Rank: Post Doc

Job Description:

The Syracuse University Experimental Gravitational-Wave Group is soliciting applications for a postdoctoral researcher position for research on technology for current and future gravitational-wave detectors. Experience in one of the following areas is desired: optics, electronics, controllers, vacuum systems, or interferometric simulations for gravitational-wave detectors. The candidate should have a Ph.D. in physics, engineering, or a related field. The initial appointment is for one year with the possibility for renewal. The position involves both research and advising graduate students in the group. Qualified candidates should submit their curriculum vitae, a list of publications, a short description of their qualifications, and the e-mail addresses/phone numbers of three references to the online position posting.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in physics, engineering, or a related field.

Job Specific Qualifications:

• Desirable experience is in at least one of the following areas: optics, electronics, controllers, vacuum systems, or interferometric simulations for gravitational-wave detectors.

Responsibilities:

• Research on technology for current and future gravitational-wave detectors and advising graduate students in the Syracuse University Gravitational-Wave group.

Application Instructions:

In addition to completing an online application, please attach a curriculum vitae, cover letter, and a list of three references.