Post Baccalaureate Fellow (Physics)

Berkeley Lab’s Physics Division has openings for a Post Baccalaureate Fellow.

In this role, you will become familiar with research activities regarding the development, construction and testing of Silicon tracking detectors for use at the Large Hadron Collider.

What You Will Do:

• Observe and learn from research in the LBNL ATLAS group on development, construction and testing of the Silicon strip tracking detector components and modules. 

• Participate in aspects of R&D related to tracking for the ATLAS detector at the CERN LHC.

• Attend Physics scientific seminars and research seminars at UC Berkeley, participate remotely in regular meetings with ATLAS collaborators both US and worldwide.

• Observe and review the preparation of documentation, learn about setting up data acquisition for testing and assembly of components for silicon detectors. 

• Learn to test the prototypes that are built.

• Become familiar with the relevant concepts and procedures through reading/searching the literature, discussions with scientists, seminars, and comparisons with a variety of specifications.  

• Become familiar with the process for preparing reports, manuscripts and other documentation as needed for publication and/or for presentation at seminars and scientific conferences.

What is Required: 

• Bachelor's Degree in Physics, Applied Physics, Computer Science, or a related field.

• Excellent organization skills with the ability to document and maintain accurate notes.

• Good verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

The posting shall remain open until the position is filled, however for full consideration, please apply by close of business on September 16, 2019.

How to Apply:

Please visit Academic Jobs Online to create a profile and submit the requested application materials. Note that applications will only be accepted via this Academic Jobs Online URL: 

https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/14268

The following requested application materials listed below must be submitted through Academic Jobs Online: 

1. Statement of Interest

2. Curriculum Vitae

3. Reference Letters - Arrange to have at least 2 letters of reference submitted. 

Notes:

• This is a full time, M-F, non-exempt from overtime pay (hourly paid), 1 year Term appointment.

• Salary is commensurate with experience.

• This position may be subject to a background check. Any convictions will be evaluated to determine if they directly relate to the responsibilities and requirements of the position. Having a conviction history will not automatically disqualify an applicant from being considered for employment.

• Work will be primarily performed at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA.

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