Postdoctoral Research Associate
- Location
- New York, NY
- Listed
- 2 days ago
About the role
Thank you for considering a career with the Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY).
The team at RFCUNY is made up of dedicated, talented professionals committed to providing the services that allow CUNY researchers, faculty, and staff to focus on their intellectual curiosity and scientific discoveries.
We are pleased that you are interested in exploring opportunities to join RFCUNY.
Primary Location: BARUCH COLLEGE
Bargaining Unit: No
Applications are invited for a postdoctoral research associate to work with Prof. Jamal Jalilian-Marian on theoretical high-energy nuclear physics with emphasis on QCD and EIC-related topics. The position is for one year, starting in the Fall of 2026 (start date is very flexible and can be much earlier).
Applicants should submit a CV, a statement of research, a list of publications, and arrange for three recommendation letters to be emailed to Prof. Jalilian-Marian at. All application materials must be uploaded online on the RFCUNY site, otherwise they may not be considered. Review of applications will begin January 31, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.
- Perform research in theoretical high energy nuclear physics
- Organize and participate in meetings, seminars, workshops and conferences
- Publish research results and conduct presentations at meetings and conferences
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Ph.D. degree in theoretical nuclear or elementary particle physics
- Prior research experience in high energy nuclear physics
- Ability to prepare and deliver oral presentations, as well as write articles in scientific journals
- Clear and concise verbal/written/presentation communication skills
- Knowledge of perturbative QCD and small x physics
Pay Range
$60,000 - $62,000
Equal opportunity and legal notices
The Research Foundation of the City University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities Act/E-Verify Employer. It is the policy of the Research Foundation of CUNY to provide equal employment opportunities free of discrimination based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic violence victim status, arrest record, criminal conviction history, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
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