High Energy Theory - Postdoc at Brookhaven

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Organizational Overview (BNL JOB ID #556)

The High Energy Theory Group has active programs in all areas of Particle Physics, including Standard Model and beyond, and lattice gauge techniques. The candidate chosen would be initially hired for a term of two years with the possibility of a third year extension depending on performance and availability of funds. In addition to submitting your curriculum vitae through “BNL Careers,” please arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent via PDF to: nkelly@bnl.gov and cc. hooman@bnl.gov.

The application submission deadline is January 22, 2016. Position available on or about October 1, 2016.

Under the direction of H. Davoudiasl, HET Group Leader, Physics Department.

Position Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

A Research Associate for the High Energy Theory Group must propose, plan and perform scientific investigations in pursuit of scientific and technological excellence in all areas of Particle Physics, including Standard Model and beyond, and lattice gauge techniques.

Position Requirements

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

•Requires a Ph.D. in Theoretical Elementary Particle Physics within the last five years.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

•Knowledge of a wide variety of High Energy Theory research methodologies and techniques such as phenomenology of Particle Physics, Standard Model or models beyond and/or lattice gauge techniques
•Experience with statistical analysis and quantitative and qualitative methods
•Strong computational skills; analytical and critical thinking skills
•Ability to meet deadlines and carry out an independent research program

Other Information:

•Domestic/foreign travel is necessary to present/collaborate scientific research.

We invite you to consider Brookhaven National Laboratory for employment. To be considered for this position, please apply online at Post Doctoral Positions (http://www.bnl.gov/hr/careers/jobs/index.php?q=1) and enter the Job ID number located at the top of this page into the Search by Job ID field.

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