The expected hiring range for this position is:

Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such the scope and responsibilities of the position, qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

About the Role:

Fermilab is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate within our Accelerator Directorate. Under general direction and in consultation with more experienced scientists, the Postdoctoral Research Associate will conduct research related to the overall mission of the Laboratory, with a focus on high-fidelity beam dynamics simulations of Fermilab accelerators, including the Booster, Main Injector, and IOTA, to support current operations and future upgrades. Research may be within any scientific or technology development activity of the appointee's Division. Appointees do not have specific line or organizational responsibilities.

The Research Associate appointment is for a specific term, calculated from the time of arrival at Fermilab. Term may be extended as appropriate.

What your day-to-day as a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Fermilab will look like: 

• Perform high-fidelity beam dynamics simulations of Fermilab accelerators, including the Booster, Main Injector, and IOTA, to support current operations and future upgrades.
• Develop, validate, and benchmark simulation models against beam measurements and operational data.
• Apply the results of simulations and studies to improve accelerator performance and to assess the feasibility of upgrade scenarios.
• Participate in beam studies, data acquisition, and analysis, and present or publish the outcomes at conferences and in refereed journals.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Abides by and is responsible for performing all duties in accordance with all environmental, health and safety regulations and practices pertinent to this position.

Essential Competencies and Attributes for Success :

• Appointees usually have recently completed their PhD (often within the last two years) or are expected to complete it within the current calendar year.

Applicable Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Demonstrated expertise in beam dynamics simulations using ImpactX.
• Demonstrated potential to make contributions to the Laboratory that will subsequently qualify them for appointment as an Associate Scientist.

Work Arrangement:

Please note that the described work arrangement is subject to change based on business needs and is not guaranteed to be final.

• Onsite: This is an onsite role, and the candidate must be able to work from our Batavia office.

Benefits/Perks:

Fermilab offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Account
• Paid time-off
• Life insurance
• Short and Long-term disability insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Onsite day care