106 faculty science physics jobs found in Princeton, NJ

The department of Physics at Princeton seeks applicants for a research software engineer to work on the Simons Observatory (SO) project. SO is a millimeter-wave survey experiment currently being built for observations from the Atacama Desert in Chile, with a variety of scientific goals from probing the early universe to detecting millimeter-wave transients. The SO data analysis group at Princeton, led by Simone Aiola and Jo Dunkley, shares responsibility for producing and delivering sky maps and light curves for scientific analysis. The position will involve working with the SO Data Management team on topics including automation of the SO pipeline on HPC systems, algorithm development for optimization of research software, packaging and deployment of research software, and aspects of internal and public delivery of the SO data and software. This position is based in Princeton, NJ.  Appointments are initially for one year, with the possibility for renewal pending satisfactory...

Princeton University Library (PUL) seeks a skilled, knowledgeable, & innovative Preventive Conservator (PC) to administer & manage preventive conservation of PUL's extraordinary collections. PUL is one of the world's leading research libraries, serving a diverse community of 5,500 undergraduates, 3,100 graduate students, 1,200 faculty members, & many visiting scholars. Its holdings include more than 7 million printed volumes, 5 million manuscripts, 2 million non-print items, & extensive collections of digital text, data, & images. PUL employs a dedicated & knowledgeable staff of more than 300 professional & support staff working in a large central library, 9 specialized branches, & 3 storage facilities. Major Responsibilities Reporting to the Assistant University Librarian for Preservation & Conservation (P & C), the PC addresses library-wide, systemic preservation issues to ensure the long-standing wellbeing of all of the general &...

Openings are available for a postdoctoral research associate or more senior researcher as part of the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation's Emergent Phenomena in Quantum Systems initiative (EPiQS)  The initial appointment will be for one year, with the possibility of annual renewal for up to a total of three years, conditional upon satisfactory performance and funding.  Qualifications include the completion of Ph.D. degree by the appointment start date, outstanding research in theoretical condensed mater physics appropriate to level of the position, and the ability to identify and pursue research problems independently while working well in an interactive and dynamic setting. This position is subject to the University's background check policy. To apply online, please visit https://www.princeton.edu/acad-positions/position/27722  and submit a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references. Princeton University is an equal opportunity/affirmative...

Post-doc: Analysis Postdoctoral Research Associate Simons Observatory   The Department of Physics at Princeton seeks applicants for a postdoctoral research associate or more senior position to work on data analysis with the Simons Observatory (SO) project. SO is a cosmic microwave background survey experiment currently being built for observations from the Atacama Desert in Chile. The SO analysis group at Princeton, led by Jo Dunkley and Simone Aiola, shares responsibility for making and characterizing sky maps for scientific analysis. The successful candidate will contribute to developing and refining pipelines and methods for generating and characterizing the SO maps, as part of the broader SO data analysis efforts. Appointments are for one year, with the possibility for renewal pending satisfactory performance and continued funding for a total of three years.   Requirements: Ph.D. in physics or astrophysics. Experience with data analysis, preferably with CMB data....

Princeton University is seeking one (or more) postdoctoral or more senior research associates to work with the High Energy Experiment group in the Princeton Physics Department and the Princeton Institute for Computational Science and Engineering (PICSciE) on computational research in experimental High Energy Physics (HEP). HEP focuses on understanding the elementary particles that are the fundamental constituents of matter and their interactions. Obtaining scientific results from these experiments requires complex software and computing systems, developed by international teams of researchers over the course of decades. The resulting scientific data sets are among the largest in the world. The postdoctoral research associate(s) will be contributing to the development of the scientific Python ecosystem for HEP, and in particular the Awkward Array framework for analyzing large datasets with non-tabular structure. This work will be closely connected to Analysis Systems activities...

In anticipation of possible opening, the Physics Department at Princeton University is seeking applicants for postdoctoral and more senior research positions.  Applicants with experience in the following areas are encouraged to apply: Experimental condensed matter physics, cosmology and astrophysics, particle astrophysics and dark matter, high energy, atomic, pulsar and biophysics; theoretical cosmology, condensed matter, mathematical, and particle physics.  Candidates for the position must have a Doctorate degree in Physics or a related discipline. This is a one year appointment with the possibility of renewal based on performance and availability of funding. To apply online, please visit https://www.princeton.edu/acad-positions/position/25121  and submit a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references. This position is subject to the University's background check policy Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and...

The Princeton University Physics Department invites applications for an Assistant Professor position in experimental physics broadly defined.  The department has strong research groups in a number of subfields in experiment. This search is open to all subfields, including cosmology, astroparticle physics, high energy, condensed matter, biophysics, and atomic physics. The successful candidate must hold a Ph.D. and is expected to establish her/his own research program and effectively contribute to undergraduate and graduate student education. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and thus seek to recruit candidates who, through their research, teaching, and service, will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. Applications must be submitted electronically at https://www.princeton.edu/acad-positions/position/27592. Each applicant must submit a CV, a list of publications, a research statement, a teaching statement, and the...

The Princeton Gravity Initiative is seeking exceptional Ph.D. recipients in theoretical gravitational theory for an honorific postdoctoral fellowship program. The Princeton Gravity Initiative is a new collaborative effort between Princeton University's Astrophysics, Mathematics, and Physics Departments to explore the fundamental nature of gravity; see https://gravity.princeton.edu for more information. Candidates from all areas of research  focusing on gravitational theory, including gravitational wave astrophysics, mathematical relativity, early universe cosmology, and quantum gravity, will be considered.   These appointments will be at the rank of Associate Research Scholar. Several positions may be available. The appointments will be annual with the expectation of renewal for two additional years subject to satisfactory performance. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and thus seek to recruit candidates who, through their research, teaching, and...

2022-16104 Department: PPPL Theory  Category: Research and Laboratory  Job Type: Full-Time Overview Are you interested in joining the worlds brightest talent on solving some of the world’s grandest scientific challenges of the 21st century? Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) is doing just that! Whether it be through science, engineering, technology or professional services, every team member has an opportunity to make their mark on our world. PPPL aims to attract and support people with a rich variety of backgrounds, interests, experiences, and cultural viewpoints. We are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion and believe that each member of our team contributes to our scientific mission in their own unique way. Come join us! The Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) is seeking a talented computational physicist (or applied mathematician with a strong interest in applications) to lead the development of a new modeling capability...

2022-14458 Department: PPPL Plasma Science and Techno  Category: Research and Laboratory Job Type: Full-Time Overview The Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) seeks to fill a post-doctoral research physicist position to perform plasma simulations for the modeling of low-temperature plasma devices for microelectronics and quantum information science. Applicants will have multi-disciplinary experience in material synthesis with proficiency in the fields of plasma physics and chemistry, and computational fluid dynamics (CFD). The applicant will develop a model of a plasma reactor for the chemical vapor deposition (CVD) of diamond. Therefore, experience in modeling of plasma-material interaction with important aspects including plasmas that are not in the state of thermodynamical equilibrium is crucial. Particularly, experience in developing integrated models of plasma reactors for plasma processing and CVD is crucial. Validation and verification of the code...

Description New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) is currently inviting applications for a Post-Doctoral Associate in Astrophysics, in the Center for Astro, Particle, and Planetary Physics (CAP3). The position is offered for a period of 2 years (1 year with an additional year depending on performance). Competitive salary and benefits, including relocation, housing, home visits and educational subsidies for children, are offered. The current postdoctoral position is with Principal Investigator (PI) Associate Professor Dave Russell in the area of accretion onto compact objects. Stellar-mass black holes residing in X-ray binaries (XBs) produce the most powerful jets in our galaxy via accretion from an orbiting companion star. Studies of XBs are now revealing how jets evolve with mass accretion rate and the mode of accretion, providing insights into the conditions required to launch jets. The main objective of the research program of the PI is to uncover the nature of...

Description Applications are invited for 1 postdoctoral associate position working with Professor Shirley Ho at New York University Department of Physics on cosmological probes and the various applications of machine learning in space missions such as Euclid and Roman.  This position offers the postdoctoral fellow the opportunity for independent development and scientific research in areas that will benefit Euclid and Roman analysis. The postdoctoral fellow will work closely with Professor Shirley Ho and Professor Alice Pisani, who will provide mentorship and career development support as well as guidance on trajectories within and outside of academia.  In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $65,000 - $70,000. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the specific grant funding and the terms of the research grant when...

Description A Postdoctoral Associate or more senior position is available in the Center of Quantum Information Physics under the direction of Professor Javad Shabani in the Department of Physics at New York University. The successful candidate will participate in the research activities of the lab with graduate and undergraduate students as well as other postdoctoral researchers.  This opportunity provides a transition to career independence through the development of professional skills; supervision by a senior scientist incorporating an individual development plan in support of training goals and those of faculty mentor; and publication of research findings/scholarship during postdoc appointment period. This project attempts to make hybrid superconductor-semiconductor devices with emphasis on Silicon to create circuits that could provide a solution for crygenic devices. Silicon-based Josephson junctions provide a new platform for tunable novel qubits...

Description The Zidovska Lab at the Center for Soft Matter Research in Physics Dept. at New York University (https://physics.nyu.edu/zidovskalab/index.html) invites applications for a full- time postdoctoral associate position. The Zidovska Lab is a cell biophysics lab focusing on the physics of the genome and the cell nucleus. We use experimental, analytical and computational approaches from biophysics, polymer physics and soft condensed matter physics to reveal the physical principles governing behavior of the genome in live cells. Examples of our experimental tools include high-resolution optical microscopy, small angle X-ray scattering and genome editing. We seek candidates who are interested in studying physical aspects of the genome such as non-equilibrium organization, dynamics, rheology, emergent phenomena, phase separations, hydrodynamics and functional liquid condensates in the cell nucleus. We expect appointed candidates to conduct research, design and...

Description A postdoctoral associate/research engineer position is available in Prof. Andrew Kent’s research group in the Center for Quantum Phenomena of the Department of Physics. The position is focused on developing magnetic tunnel junction circuits and measurement capabilities that enable the generation of large random bit steams. The successful candidate will have experience with some of the following aspects of the project: 1) Circuits: design of circuit boards, testing and measurement of magnetic or semiconductor devices 2) High speed measurement electronics: ADCs, comparators, oscilloscopes and arbitrary wave form generators 3) Programming: interfacing high-speed electronics to lab computers to enable fast data acquisition, storage and analysis, e.g., with Python and C++ 4) Experience with data processing and analysis The position will also involve working with national lab and university teams with expertise in probabilistic computing, device...

Description The Department of Physics at Columbia University invites applications for a position at the rank of Associate Research Scientist. The position requires a PhD degree in Physics or a related field, and 3+ years experience. Potential research topics include research in nano-optical phenomena of two-dimensional quantum materials using novel nano-optical systems. Suitable candidates will conduct research in nano-optical phenomena of two-dimensional quantum materials using novel nano-optical systems; design, fabricate and assemble a cryogenic nano-optical system coupled to ultrafast lasers; manage a variety of collaborations with academic national labs and contract research organizations; and will mentor undergraduate and graduate students. The successful candidate will participate in the preparation and submission of grants and related fund-raising activities, and preparation of publications and patents. Qualifications Minimum...

Description The Pro-QM team at Columbia University, Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL), and Stony Brook University (SBU) seeks a postdoctoral research scientist interested in quantum materials research and developing next-generation near-field microscopy techniques. The successful applicant will participate in ongoing experiments among Pro-QM teams, especially Mengkun Liu’s lab at SBU and BNL, including studies of low-dimensional quantum material at the nanoscale using ultrafast and ultrabroadband infrared-THz light sources. His/Her main task will be to incorporate ultra-broadband frequency light sources into a state-of-the-art magneto-near-field-microscope to study quantum materials at extreme conditions (5 nm spatial resolution, cryogenic temperatures <10K, high magnetic field up to 7T etc.). The work will involve the study of the magneto-optic effect in Dirac and Weyl heterostructures with an emphasis on the nonreciprocal magnetoplasmon and photocurrent...

2023-16672 Department: Molecular Biology  Category: Research and Laboratory  Job Type: Full-Time  Name of Lab: Jimah Lab Overview A full-time Research Specialist I/II position is available in the laboratory of Dr. John Jimah at Princeton University. We study the mechanisms of membrane remodeling processes in human cells and malaria parasites. We primarily apply cryo-electron microscopy and tomography to investigate how human and parasite proteins enable cellular processes including endocytosis and the biogenesis of organelles. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a vibrant research program, and Dr. Jimah is a committed to fostering the career development of all members of the research group. This position will be within the Molecular Biology Department, an innovative, vibrant, collegial, collaborative, and excellent research environment. Princeton University is in an idyllic town midway between New York City and...

Princeton University Visiting Fellows in Space Physics Program The Space Physics at Princeton Group (https://spacephysics.princeton.edu/) in the Department of Astrophysical Sciences is pleased to offer Visiting Fellow positions. The program supports faculty and equivalent senior researchers to do intensive research in residence at Princeton for periods from one month up to a full year. Visiting Fellows will work closely with Space Physics at Princeton Group members on one or more of several topical areas: 1) Energetic Particles observations from Parker Solar Probe, 2) Energetic Neutral Atom and/or Interstellar Neutral Atom observations from the Interstellar Boundary Explorer (IBEX), and 3) scientific preparations for the Interstellar Mapping and Acceleration Probe (IMAP). The environment is scientifically intense, highly collaborative, and extremely rewarding. The goal of the program is to strengthen the Group with new and diverse perspectives while carrying out world-class...

We invite applications for a software specialist in the Department of Astrophysical Sciences at Princeton University. The successful applicant will work with Prof. Gáspár Bakos, Dr. Joel Hartman, and a team of researchers, including graduate students, on the operation of and data reduction for HATPI, an ultra-wide field optical time-domain instrument being commissioned at Las Campanas Observatory in Chile. The HATPI instrument uses 64 wide-field lenses and cameras to simultaneously observe one fourth of the celestial sphere at a fast cadence and high photometric precision. Science topics to be explored with the instrument include transiting exoplanets, variable stars, transient phenomena and moving objects. The data reduction products, including high-cadence high-precision light curves for millions of stars, are to be made public. Applicants should have knowledge of handling of large data sets and efficient automated data reduction. Some knowledge of optical...