Postdoctoral Scholar

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Eberly College of Science, Department of Physics at The Pennsylvania State University is seeking to fill a postdoctoral research position in Experimental Atomic Physics. The successful candidate will participate in our ongoing measurement of electric-field dependent energy shifts in Cs. These projects involve working to extend a complex, one-of-a-kind apparatus, taking and analyzing data, and all associated aspects of producing basic research in physics. The ideal candidate should have experience with laser cooling, atom trapping, and precision measurements.  

Requirements include a Ph.D. in Physics. Applications must be submitted electronically and include a cover letter, CV and statement of research interests. Applicants should arrange for two reference letters to be submitted to [email protected] ([email protected]) indicating the appropriate job number in the subject line.

This is a term appointment funded for one year from date of hire, with possibility of re-funding. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a suitable candidate is found.  

Our lab is committed to advancingdiversityand inclusion efforts at Penn State and we encourage individuals who identify as members of groups historically underrepresented in STEM to apply.

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University Park, PA