What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Associate - Theoretical (Particle Physics) position at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory?
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Position Overview
SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory’s Fundamental Physics Division (FPD) aims to understand the fundamental structure of all the constituents of the universe and their interactions with one another through a combination of experimental and theoretical research. Working at the forefront of modern particle physics, our scientists use powerful particle accelerators to create and study nature’s fundamental building blocks and forces, build sensitive detectors to search for new particles and develop theories that explain and guide experiments.
We are seeking a Research Associate with a strong background in theoretical particle physics or possibly the interface of particle physics and astro-particle physics.
Given the nature of this position, SLAC is open to on-site and hybrid work options.
Your Specific Responsibilities Include
To Be Successful In This Position You Will Bring
SLAC Employee Competencies
Position Overview
SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory’s Fundamental Physics Division (FPD) aims to understand the fundamental structure of all the constituents of the universe and their interactions with one another through a combination of experimental and theoretical research. Working at the forefront of modern particle physics, our scientists use powerful particle accelerators to create and study nature’s fundamental building blocks and forces, build sensitive detectors to search for new particles and develop theories that explain and guide experiments.
We are seeking a Research Associate with a strong background in theoretical particle physics or possibly the interface of particle physics and astro-particle physics.
Given the nature of this position, SLAC is open to on-site and hybrid work options.
Your Specific Responsibilities Include
- Conduct research in theoretical particle physics.
- Participate in and contribute to general group research activities
- Represent your research results at seminars, scientific conferences and workshops.
To Be Successful In This Position You Will Bring
- PhD in Theoretical Particle Physics, or closely related field with demonstrated coursework and research experience in the area of Theoretical Particle Physics.
- Demonstrated research experience as evidenced by a publication record.
- A solid foundation and research background in Theoretical Particle Physics.
- Ability to carry out independent research.
- Strong analytical and computational skills.
SLAC Employee Competencies
- Effective Decisions : Uses job knowledge and solid judgment to make quality decisions in a timely manner.
- Self-Development : Pursues a variety of venues and opportunities to continue learning and developing.
- Dependability : Can be counted on to deliver results with a sense of personal responsibility for expected outcomes.
- Initiative : Pursues work and interactions proactively with optimism, positive energy, and motivation to move things forward.
- Adaptability : Flexes as needed when change occurs, maintains an open outlook while adjusting and accommodating changes.
- Communication : Ensures effective information flow to various audiences and creates and delivers clear, appropriate written, spoken, presented messages.
- Relationships : Builds relationships to foster trust, team collaboration, and a positive climate to achieve common goals.
- Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.
- Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
- Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for environment, safety and security; communicates related concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned. Meets the applicable roles and responsibilities as described in the ESH Manual, Chapter 1—General Policy and Responsibilities: http://www-group.slac.stanford.edu/esh/eshmanual/pdfs/ESHch01.pdf
- Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.
- Classification Title: Research Associate –Theoretical
- Duration: Fixed-term
- Job code: 0126
Salary : $70,000 - $100,000
