Postdoctoral Researcher

The Nuclear Science Division (NSD) at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory has an opening for a Postdoctoral Researcher, with focus on the application of machine learning techniques to address the challenges of optimization of the world-leading gamma-ray spectrometer, GRETA and the superconducting ECR ion source VENUS. 

What You Will Do:

• Collaborate with scientists, technicians, and engineers, become familiar with the safe operation and basic scientific principles of both GRETA and VENUS.

• Participate in the development of a toolchain which optimizes the fidelity of GRETA detector simulations with machine learning techniques using large experimental data sets.

• Participate in the development of a machine learning framework that will allow for the computer-driven control and analysis of GRETA and VENUS. This framework will be made generalizable enough to be applied to other Department of Energy accelerator-related systems.  

• Develop, test, and optimize machine learning frameworks so they may be used reliably, with a focus on the GRETA signal decomposition task. 

• Present results at collaboration meetings, seminars, workshops and conferences and publish in refereed journals.

Additional Responsibilities as needed:

• May mentor graduate or undergraduate students.

What is Required:

• Ph.D. in Physics, Machine Learning, Computer Science or related discipline within the last three years.

• Experience with data analysis and computer programming in Python and/or C/C++, and a familiarity with machine learning techniques.

• A demonstrated ability to perform research individually and as part of a research group.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience handling large data sets.

How To Apply:

Please go to https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/26283 to create a profile and submit the requested application materials. Note that applications can only be made via this Academic Jobs Online URL. For inquiries please contact Kelly Rushing (krushing@lbl.gov).

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

1. Cover Letter.

2.  Curriculum vitae.

3. A list of up to ten relevant publications, including contributions for multi-author publications.

4. A statement describing current and future research interests (3-page limit excluding figures and references).

5. Provide the names and contact information of at least two references who may be contacted.

This position will remain open until filled.

Salary:

The monthly salary range for this position is $5,374 - $6,445 and is expected to start at $6,133 or above. Postdoctoral positions are paid on a step schedule per union contract and salaries will be predetermined based on postdoctoral step rates. Each step represents one full year of completed post-Ph.D. postdoctoral experience.

Notes:

• This is a full-time, 2 year postdoctoral appointment with the possibility of renewal based upon satisfactory job performance, continuing availability of funds and ongoing operational needs. You must have less than 3 years of paid postdoctoral experience. Salary for Postdoctoral positions depends on years of experience post-degree.

• This position is represented by a union for collective bargaining purposes.

• 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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