Fermilab

Research Associate

Fermilab$69K — $92K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Recently completed or expected to complete a PhD within the current year
  • Demonstrated potential for research contributions qualifying for Associate Scientist appointment

Responsibilities

  • Develop theories related to particle physics, accelerator science, astrophysics, or cosmology
  • Design, build, and install new or upgraded experimental elements
  • Participate in data acquisition and conduct analysis
  • Present and publish research outcomes at conferences and journals
  • Perform duties as assigned while adhering to environmental and safety regulations

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Flexible spending account options
  • Paid time-off policy
  • Life insurance coverage
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • Retirement benefits
  • Onsite daycare facility
Full Job Description
The expected hiring range for this position is:
$69,800.00-$92,600.00.

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: Under general direction and in consultation with more experienced scientists, the Research Associate, Quantum Division conducts research related to the overall mission of the Laboratory. Research may be within any scientific or technology development activity of the appointee's Division. Appointees do not have specific line or organizational responsibilities.

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 Research Associate, Quantum Division at Fermilab will look like:
  • Develop theories within the areas of particle physics, accelerator science and technology, astrophysics, or cosmology. Assess the feasibility of testing theories experimentally.
  • Design, build, install or commission new or upgraded elements of experiments or particle accelerators.
  • Participate in data acquisition, conduct analysis and present/publish outcomes at conferences and/or 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 potential to make contributions to the Laboratory that will subsequently qualify them for appointment as an Associate Scientist.


Work Arrangement:
  • 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


About Fermilab

Fermilab is America's premier particle physics laboratory. Collaborating with scientists from around the world, we perform pioneering research, operate world-leading particle accelerators and experiments, and develop technologies for science in support of U.S. industry. Fermilab is managed by Fermi Research Alliance LLC, a partnership of the University of Chicago and the Universities Research Association, Inc.
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