46 faculty science physics jobs found in Los Angeles, CA

Caltech is a world-renowned science and engineering institute that marshals some of the world's brightest minds and most innovative tools to address fundamental scientific questions. We thrive on finding and cultivating talented people who are passionate about what they do. Join us and be a part of the diverse Caltech community. Job Summary The selected candidate will work under the direction of members of the OIR Instrumentation group to collaborate on the characterization of photonic components already in-house. Essential Job Duties May include setup and execution of photonic characterization experiments. Data analysis. Perform other related duties as assigned. Basic Qualifications Bachelors degree in Physics, Science, Electrical Engineering or another similar field. Competence with photonic characterization. Be able to lift at least 20 pounds. Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with single-mode fiber injection...

Caltech is a world-renowned science and engineering institute that marshals some of the world's brightest minds and most innovative tools to address fundamental scientific questions. We thrive on finding and cultivating talented people who are passionate about what they do. Join us and be a part of the diverse Caltech community. Job Summary Activities will be directed by senior personnel on a daily basis. Duties are confined to computational projects and do not include lifting items more than 25 pounds or the necessity of travel.  Essential Job Duties Model calibration steps in the SPHEREx data pipeline, working with SPHEREx staff. These duties include estimating the flat-field, zodiacal template response, and dark current based on sky observations over the mission life. Further calibration projects may begin when these complete, focusing on estimating other systematic errors that affect photometry. In addition, the applicant may participate in related...

Caltech is a world-renowned science and engineering institute that marshals some of the world's brightest minds and most innovative tools to address fundamental scientific questions. We thrive on finding and cultivating talented people who are passionate about what they do. Join us and be a part of the diverse Caltech community. Job Summary LIGO Laboratory (the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-wave Observatory) seeks a highly motivated and skilled Research Scientist to join its team working at the design, construction and operation of world-leading gravitational-wave interferometric detectors. We seek a Research Scientist with a focus on high reflection coating research for Gravitational Wave Observatories As a Research Scientist in the LIGO Laboratory, you will have the opportunity to apply your skills to the design and implementation of technologies that increase the LIGO detector sensitivity and astrophysical reach, and to the development of the future...

Caltech is a world-renowned science and engineering institute that marshals some of the world's brightest minds and most innovative tools to address fundamental scientific questions. We thrive on finding and cultivating talented people who are passionate about what they do. Join us and be a part of the diverse Caltech community. Job Summary Caltech is a member partner of the NSF HDR Institute Accelerated AI Algorithms for Data-Driven Discovery (A3D3; https://a3d3.ai). We are seeking a post-baccalaureate research fellow to join our interdisciplinary team of scientists and engineers to develop and deploy machine learning applications to accelerate science discoveries in multimessenger astronomy. In particular, the position will focus on data from the Zwicky Transient Facility (ZTF) and the search for optical counterparts to gravitational wave events detected by LIGO during the upcoming O4 run. Essential Job Duties Part of the A3D3 MMA group who are working on...

POSITION DESCRIPTION University of California, Los Angeles Tenure-track Faculty Position in Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) invites applications for a full-time tenure-track assistant professor position in condensed matter theory, broadly defined. The anticipated starting date is July 1, 2023. The Department is seeking outstanding candidates with the potential for exceptional research and excellence in teaching. The University of California seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the people of California, to maintain the excellence of the University, and to offer our students richly varied disciplines, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning. A Ph.D. or equivalent degree is required. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. The posted UC salary scales...

POSITION DESCRIPTION The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA https://www.pa.ucla.edu) invites applications for a full time faculty position at the assistant, associate, or full professor level, in the area of Astrophysical Instrumentation. The department is particularly interested in applicants who will capitalize on the resources and extensive infrastructure of the UCLA Infrared Laboratory (https://irlab.astro.ucla.edu/), a unit of the University of California Observatories (UCO). During the past three decades, the lab has built and conducted research with several unique instruments for the world’s largest telescopes. Current instrumentation projects include high-resolution fiber-fed spectrometers, imagers, and integral-field spectrometers for both W. M. Keck Observatory (WMKO; http://www.keckobservatory.org) and the future Thirty Meter Telescope (http://www.tmt.org/). The successful candidate is expected...

POSITION DESCRIPTION UCLA Extension is considered one of the top programs of its kind, offering to more than 35,000 students per year approximately 4,500 classes and non-degree certificate programs to meet the professional development, continuing education and personal enrichment needs of the full spectrum of nontraditional students as well as companies and organizations throughout and beyond the Los Angeles region. Course Description: PHYSICS XL 5A Physics for Life Sciences Majors: Mechanics and Energy This is the first course in pre-medical physics sequence, which discusses the statics and dynamics of forces, motion and energy. PHYSICS XL 5B Physics for Life Sciences Majors: Thermodynamics, Fluids, Waves, Light, and Optics This is the second course in the pre-medical physics sequence, which provides an introduction to thermal properties of fluids, sound, light, waves, and optics. PHYSICS XL 5C Physics for Life Sciences Majors: Electricity, Magnetism, and...

POSITION DESCRIPTION Geffen Academy Educators approach teaching as an intellectual profession of the highest order, one in which knowledge is not only transmitted but created. Geffen Academy teachers possess a sophisticated and reflective understanding of their discipline and a record of achievement which demonstrates their ability to utilize and contribute to the robust connections we have with UCLA, a world-class research institution. Teachers’ innovation is guided by our school’s mission to prioritize proven educational practices while also recognizing that teaching is a complex intellectual endeavor that defies rigid codification. We are committed to a humane working environment and also recognize that teaching goes beyond the life of the mind. Geffen Academy teachers seek to create trusting and caring relationships with their students and with their larger community. Job Summary: Under the direction of the Science Department Chair at Geffen Academy...

Caltech is a world-renowned science and engineering institute that marshals some of the world's brightest minds and most innovative tools to address fundamental scientific questions. We thrive on finding and cultivating talented people who are passionate about what they do. Join us and be a part of the diverse Caltech community. Job Summary Data analysis of variability measurements with application to Earth’s atmosphere and ocean Essential Job Duties Assemble basic data such as temperature and clouds Run principal component analysis and relate to climate variability indices Write up a paper Perform other related duties as assigned Basic Qualifications Classes in basic physics and chemistry, Astronomy, Python, Linux and Matlab Preferred Qualifications Experience with analyzing satellite datasets Previous experience of working at Caltech Required Documents Resume Hiring Range $17.00...

POSITION DESCRIPTION The Samueli School of Engineering at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) invites applications for all levels but hiring at the level of assistant professor is preferred. The Department is seeking outstanding candidates with a demonstrated track record in, or show exceptional promise for exceptional and innovative research, excellence in teaching, professional service, and as well as commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Applicants must have an earned PhD in any related discipline in quantum science and engineering, (e. g, Electrical and Computer Engineering, computer Science, Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Physics) at date of hire. Beyond the traditional departments, the School will consider applications in all areas of research associated with Quantum Science and Engineering, as well as emerging cross-disciplinary areas, we are particularly interested in the...

POSITION DESCRIPTION The Department of Radiological Sciences at UCLA is seeking a highly motivated researcher to join the Brain Tumor Imaging Lab as a Postdoctoral Scholar. The successful candidate will work closely with Dr. Jingwen Yao and a cross-disciplinary team to develop and translate novel MRI techniques for brain tumors, movement disorders, epilepsy, and other brain diseases. The research will involve different aspects of biomarker development, including image acquisition and reconstruction, post-processing, quantitative image analysis, pre-clinical investigation, and clinical translation and evaluation. Key Responsibilities: • Lead independent research projects and support collaborative projects • Design, implement, and test novel MRI sequences and analysis methods for research and clinical translation • Author scientific publications and grant proposals • Supervise trainees and maintain research infrastructure • Comply with UCLA...

POSITION DESCRIPTION The Department of Radiological Sciences at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA is currently recruiting for a full-time Tenure-Track Associate or Full Professor with expertise in Cardiac MRI Imaging to be a member of the Departmental MR physics team in the Magnetic Resonance Research Lab (MRRL) (https://mrrl.ucla.edu). Titles in these series are assigned to academically qualified individuals who are in full-time service of the University, who are excellent in research and teaching. UCLA Radiology is a well-known leader MR imaging, offers a robust, stimulating, and stable environment for academic careers in the field of MR research. The Department has the technologically advanced MR equipment to perform at the highest levels of MR research. The Department encourages candidates to apply who have experience in and who have demonstrated commitment to working with students from diverse backgrounds and to improving access to higher education for...

POSITION DESCRIPTION The UCLA Department of Radiation Oncology at the David Geffen School of Medicine is recruiting a highly motivated individual for an Academic Medical Physicist tenured faculty position at the Associate or Full Professor rank. In order to qualify, Applicants must possess a Ph.D. degree or equivalent in Physics, Medical Physics, or another field appropriate to their research. The ideal candidate will have a distinguished record of leadership, research funding, scholarly activity, and mentoring junior faculty. An interest in the development and/or validation of technologies supporting radiation oncology is preferred. The candidate will support teaching and supervision of trainees, which could include pre-doctoral candidates within the CAMPEP-accredited UCLA Physics and Biology in Medicine Ph.D. Graduate Program as well as residents participating in the Medical Physics Residency program. The UCLA cancer program is ranked #1 in California and #5 in the...

POSITION DESCRIPTION UCLA Extension is considered one of the top programs of its kind, offering to more than 35,000 students per year approximately 4,500 classes and non-degree certificate programs to meet the professional development, continuing education and personal enrichment needs of the full spectrum of nontraditional students as well as companies and organizations throughout and beyond the Los Angeles region. Course Description: MATH XL 31A Differential and Integral Calculus This course is the first of the Calculus series and covers differential calculus and applications and the introduction to integration. The course prepares students for Math XL 31B as well as Chemistry and Physics. MATH XL 31B Integration and Infinite Series This course is the second of the Calculus series and covers transcendental functions, methods, applications of integration, sequences, and series. The course prepares students for Calculus-based Chemistry and Physics. Job...

Job #JPF07752 Broad Stem Cell Research Ctr / Broad Stem Cell Research Cente / UCLA Anesthesiology & Perioperative, Biological Chemistry, Human Genetics, Jonsson Cancer Center, MICROBIOLOGY & MOLECULAR GENETICS, Medicine-Cardiology, Medicine-Dermatology, Medicine-Endocrinology, Medicine-Gastroenterology, Medicine-Hematology-Oncology, Medicine-Infectious Disease, Medicine-Nano Medicine, Medicine-Nephrology, Medicine-Pulmonary Disease, Medicine-Rheumatology, Molecular & Medical Pharmacolo, Neurobiology, Neurology, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Ophthalmology, Orthopedic Surgery, Pathology Laboratory Medicine, Psychiatry/Biobehavioral Sci, Surgery-General, Urology / David Geffen School Of Medicin / UCLA Bioengineering Department / Henry Samueli School Engr & Ap / UCLA INTEGRATIVE BIOLOGY & PHYSIOLOGY, MICROBIOLOGY & MOLECULAR GENETICS, MOLECULAR, CELL & DEVELOPMENTAL BIOLOGY / L&S Life Sciences / UCLA CHEMISTRY AND BIOCHEMISTRY /...

Type:  Full-Time Posted:  02/10/2023 Category:  Human Resources Description Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Drive the creation, execution, and of the People Operations processes, systems, and programs in partnership with the rest of the Human Resources, Payroll and business stakeholders. Work in a project manager capacity for departmental projects - identifying needs, timeline, results, and implementation changes. Evaluate the current state of our systems, tools, policies, service level agreements, vendors, and program delivery in order to build out a prioritized action plan for areas of improvement and efficiency including gathering Requests for Proposals (RFP) and vendor due diligence. Implement the documentation and management of end-to-end employee lifecycle processes including new hire onboarding, orientation, training, performance management, termination, compliance, etc. Champion collaborative cross functional...

Type:  Full-Time Posted:  04/05/2023 Category:  Human Resources Manager, Human Resources Systems Glendale Community College Salary:  $7,935.00 - $10,124.00 Monthly Job Number:  00822-2023 Location:  Glendale, CA Department:  Human Resources Closing: Description Definition Under administrative direction, manages and implements the operations, and activities related to the human resources information system (HRIS); manages the maintenance and optimization of the HRIS; oversees the maintenance and management of human resources data; reviews, develops and updates human resources business processes and procedures; oversees and performs analytical work, calculations, and data analysis that supports District and human resources operations; and performs related duties as assigned. Supervision Works under the direct supervision of a Classified Administrator. Supervises classified staff, temporary,...

Location NYU Los Angeles Open Date Mar 23, 2023 Description NYU's Los Angeles is seeking a local, part-time instructor to teach an undergraduate course focused on the exploration of the basic methodologies and conceptual skills of game design, including systems thinking, the iterative design process, playtesting, design collaboration, and critical design analysis.The course will be under the sponsorship of NYU's Tisch School of the Arts. The focus of the class is game design off the computer. While video games and game culture on and off the computer will be discussed in detail, the projects that students complete will take the form of card games, board games, physical games, social games, and other non-digital games. A deep literacy of tabletop game mechanics is required, as well as some experience designing for the tabletop. Knowledge about interactive experiences in other contexts (such as interactive design, participatory art,...

Caltech is a world-renowned science and engineering institute that marshals some of the world's brightest minds and most innovative tools to address fundamental scientific questions. We thrive on finding and cultivating talented people who are passionate about what they do. Join us and be a part of the diverse Caltech community. Job Summary Prof. Xiang’s research group at Caltech is seeking a highly motivated and highly innovative Research Scientist to join the research team. The Research Scientist will work collaboratively with the team on novel concepts of electrochemical CO2 reduction, (photo) electrochemical hydrogen generation and compression, and electrochemical CO2 capture from dilute sources. The Research Scientist will have the opportunity to work on multiple DOE funded projects ranging from basic energy science focused projects to applied/translational science projects. Essential Job Duties Design, develop and test novel materials for...

Caltech is a world-renowned science and engineering institute that marshals some of the world's brightest minds and most innovative tools to address fundamental scientific questions. We thrive on finding and cultivating talented people who are passionate about what they do. Join us and be a part of the diverse Caltech community. Job Summary The Technical Staff Researcher will design, assemble, and program digital and analog circuits for the measurement of temperature, pressure, and other physical quantities through a wireless distributed system. The work will include PCB design and layout, soldering, breadboard prototyping, and programming in C/C++ and/or Python. The project aims to develop low-power wireless sensing platforms that can be powered wirelessly over RFID or custom radio signals, and the successful candidate shall be expected to contribute ideas towards achieving those outcomes. Applicants should have some experience in Python programming and temperature...