Job Description

Position Summary

Washington University in St. Louis is inviting applications for a postdoctoral fellow position within the Nuclear Theory for New Physics (NTNP) topical collaboration, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). The NTNP collaboration is dedicated to tackling significant theoretical challenges in the exploration of fundamental symmetries and neutrino research, which aim to advance our understanding of physics beyond the Standard Model.
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We seek a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to advance research aligned with NTNP’s objectives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in nuclear theory, with demonstrated expertise in many-body methods, effective field theory, or related computational techniques. The successful applicant will work closely with Profs. Dev, Pastore, and Piarulli and is expected to join the project as soon as possible, but no later than September 2025.

The initial term of the appointment is two years, with the possibility of a third year based on performance and funding availability.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Information on being a postdoc at Washington University in St. Louis can be found at https://postdoc.wustl.edu/prospective-postdocs-2/.

Salary Range:

Base pay is commensurate with experience.

Applicant Special Instructions:

Interested candidates should submit an application that includes a cover letter, a curriculum vitae with a comprehensive list of publications, a statement of research interests, and three letters of recommendation.
 

Reference letters should be submitted by the referee to: Reference Letter Submissions.

Questions regarding the position can be directed to ntnp-postdoc@physics.wustl.edu. The selection process will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Ph.D., M.D. Or Equivalent Terminal Or Doctoral Degree.

Certifications:

No specific certification is required for this position.

Work Experience:

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Required Qualifications:

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in nuclear theory or a closely related field by the start of the appointment. 

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

No additional education beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Certifications:

No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Skills:

Not Applicable

Questions

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Accommodation

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All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

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Benefits Statement

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Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.