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Position Summary
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Nuclear data work
Evaluate experimental and theoretical nuclear data and combine them to create data products needed for astrophysical models Carry out theoretical analysis using R-matrix theory and statistical model calculations Update databases for nuclear data in astrophysics Maintain and develop further computational infrastructure for disseminating nuclear data for astrophysical implications Collaborate with NNDC evaluators at FRIB and elsewhere on relevant nuclear data needed for astrophysical reaction rate evaluations
Research
Develop an experimental or theoretical research program in nuclear astrophysics that either uses or generates nuclear data of the type being evaluated
Community interaction
Collaborate with other nuclear physics and nuclear astrophysics data evaluation efforts at FRIB and in the community Interact with the broader nuclear astrophysics community through active participation in CeNAM and IReNA activities
Performs other duties as required or assigned, which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job classification Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of the nuclear astrophysics data evaluation process and the calculation of astrophysical reaction rates Skilled with the determination of astrophysical nuclear reaction rates using experimental and theoretical nuclear data Ability to conduct theoretical analysis and calculations of nuclear reaction rates using statistical models or R-matrix theory Skilled with computer programming relevant to nuclear data analysis or data dissemination Ability to carry out independent nuclear science research Excellent communication skills to communicate effectively and credibly, both verbally and in writing, to peers and the scientific community Minimum Requirements PhD in Nuclear Physics, Nuclear & Radiochemistry, Nuclear Astrophysics, or related fields Demonstrated ability to carry out productive research in experimental or theoretical nuclear physics broadly related to the types of data needed for astrophysical reaction rates Experience with the determination of astrophysical nuclear reaction rates using experimental and theoretical nuclear data Significant experience with computer programming relevant for nuclear data analysis or data dissemination Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status. Required Application Materials Cover letter highlighting interest in and experience related to the open position CV, including a complete list of publications and presentations Contact information for at least three references Review of Applications Begins On 08/23/2024 Website https://frib.msu.edu/
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Evaluate experimental and theoretical nuclear data and combine them to create data products needed for astrophysical models Carry out theoretical analysis using R-matrix theory and statistical model calculations Update databases for nuclear data in astrophysics Maintain and develop further computational infrastructure for disseminating nuclear data for astrophysical implications Collaborate with NNDC evaluators at FRIB and elsewhere on relevant nuclear data needed for astrophysical reaction rate evaluations
Research
Develop an experimental or theoretical research program in nuclear astrophysics that either uses or generates nuclear data of the type being evaluated
Community interaction
Collaborate with other nuclear physics and nuclear astrophysics data evaluation efforts at FRIB and in the community Interact with the broader nuclear astrophysics community through active participation in CeNAM and IReNA activities
Performs other duties as required or assigned, which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job classification Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of the nuclear astrophysics data evaluation process and the calculation of astrophysical reaction rates Skilled with the determination of astrophysical nuclear reaction rates using experimental and theoretical nuclear data Ability to conduct theoretical analysis and calculations of nuclear reaction rates using statistical models or R-matrix theory Skilled with computer programming relevant to nuclear data analysis or data dissemination Ability to carry out independent nuclear science research Excellent communication skills to communicate effectively and credibly, both verbally and in writing, to peers and the scientific community Minimum Requirements PhD in Nuclear Physics, Nuclear & Radiochemistry, Nuclear Astrophysics, or related fields Demonstrated ability to carry out productive research in experimental or theoretical nuclear physics broadly related to the types of data needed for astrophysical reaction rates Experience with the determination of astrophysical nuclear reaction rates using experimental and theoretical nuclear data Significant experience with computer programming relevant for nuclear data analysis or data dissemination Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status. Required Application Materials Cover letter highlighting interest in and experience related to the open position CV, including a complete list of publications and presentations Contact information for at least three references Review of Applications Begins On 08/23/2024 Website https://frib.msu.edu/
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