Postdoctoral Research Scholar

Requirements

• Have been awarded a doctoral degree within the past five years, after which time it is expected that they will transition into independent academic or research careers. This job profile is primarily research responsibilities.
• Job Description:
• Salary: $72,000
• Position Overview
• Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Develop and optimize electron optics systems for spin-polarization measurements of photocathodes
• Perform Cs/NF₃ activation of III-V photocathode surfaces under ultra-high-vacuum conditions
• Conduct quantum efficiency (QE) spectral response measurements and related beam diagnostics
• Design and implement optical setups for spin rotation and polarization measurements
• Perform charge transport modeling and simulations of III-V semiconductor photocathodes
• Support experimental operations at Brookhaven National Laboratory and ensure proper system integration
• Analyze and interpret experimental and simulation data to guide photocathode performance optimization
• Ph.D. in Physics or closely related field (or Ph.D. completion expected within the current academic timeline)
• Research experience in photocathode science, electron beam physics, or related accelerator physics
• Demonstrated ability to conduct independent, research-intensive work in experimental physics
• Experience with nanostructured III-V photocathodes and/or negative electron affinity (NEA) materials
• Prior work with high-voltage electron guns and beamline diagnostics
• Experience in ultra-high-vacuum (UHV) systems and photocathode activation techniques (e.g., Cs/NF₃)
• Strong background in electron optics design and beam transport simulations
• Proficiency in nanophotonic modeling and charge transport simulations (e.g., FDTD, CHARGE or similar tools)
• Experience with QE measurements, spin-polarization systems, and optical system design
• Strong computational skills (e.g., Python, MATLAB) for data analysis and modeling
• Working Environment
• Driving Requirement:
• Driving is not required for this position.
• Location:
• Off-Campus: Other US Locations
• Funding:
• No Federal Funding
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Additional Information

Job Profile: Postdoctoral Research Scholar Job Family: Postdoctoral Time Type: Full time Max Pay - Depends on experience: $72,000.00 USD Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

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