Nuclear Physics Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Nuclear Physics Postdoctoral Research Fellow Posting Number: F-1062 College/Unit: College of Science and Engineering Home Department: Department of Physics Employee Group: Postdoctoral Research Fellow Employment Status: Full-Time Position Type: 12 month Position Classification: Postdoctoral Research Fellow Position Begin Date: 12/01/2026 Position End Date: 11/30/2027 Position Summary: The Nuclear Physics and Fundamental Symmetries group in the Department of Physics at Central Michigan University invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher position in experimental nuclear physics. The group performs research in low-energy nuclear physics to address questions in nuclear astrophysics, nuclear structure and reactions, and in fundamental symmetries. The group leads research programs at US and international particle accelerator laboratories, with a strong emphasis on experiments at the nearby Facility for Rare Isotope Beams (FRIB). Activities carried out locally at CMU include the development and characterization of radiation detectors and precision mass measurements with the CHIP-TRAP Penning trap. The selected candidate will be focused on the program of precision mass measurements at FRIB led by Professors Alfredo Estrade and Matthew Redshaw. These measurements have applications to nuclear astrophysics, nuclear structure, and fundamental symmetries. They include time-of-flight mass measurements with the S800 spectrometer, and Penning trap measurements with the LEBIT facility. As a postdoctoral researcher, the selected candidate will be expected to take a leading role in planning and running experiments at FRIB. The selected candidate may be involved in projects to develop nuclear physics instrumentation for ion traps and beam tracking detectors. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to supervise CMU graduate students, and will be encouraged to develop their own ideas for experiments at accelerator laboratories. Required Qualifications: - Ph.D. in nuclear physics or related field. - Demonstrated experience with experimental nuclear physics techniques and data analysis. - Strong scientific writing and communication skills. - Strong interest in advancing topics of current research in nuclear physics and astrophysics. - Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Preferred Qualifications: - Experience with ion beam optics and simulations of ion beam transport. - Experience with data acquisition systems and event-by-event dataset analysis. - Experience with radiation detectors and/or ion trapping techniques. - Experience preparing and running experiments at nuclear physics laboratories. Message to Applicants: Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering an environment that is reflective of the communities we serve. We are especially interested in highly qualified candidates who will advance and promote CMU's mission, vision, and leadership standards. You must submit an online application in order to be considered as an applicant for this position. Please submit a cover letter discussing research interests and qualifications, a CV, and the names and contact information of 3 references. Cover letters may be addressed to the Hiring Committee. Please direct questions about the position to Dr. Alfredo Estrade, mailto:[email protected] or Dr. Matthew Redshaw, mailto:[email protected] About the Department: The Department of Physics offers B.S., M.S. and Ph.D. programs in physics and astronomy/astrophysics. The department also offers a full range of general education and service courses in physics, physical science, and astronomy. Further information about the department is available on the https://www.cmich.edu/colleges/se/physics/Pages/default