Research Physicist

University of Dayton

• $80K — $120K *
Eglin Afb, FL 32542In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
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Qualifications

  • PhD in Physics or related field with at least 3 years of experience.
  • Experience with laser systems, safety, and handling.
  • Proficiency in numerical simulations of electromagnetic systems.
  • Extensive knowledge of finite element method (FEM) simulations.
  • Research experience in plasmonics and plasmonic nanoparticles.
  • Familiarity with periodic photonic structures and metamaterials.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct on-site research at AFRL Air Warfare Directorate.
  • Develop and execute experiments with laser systems.
  • Utilize FEM for numerical simulations and modeling.
  • Investigate properties and applications of plasmonic nanoparticles.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on research initiatives.

Benefits

  • Access to cutting-edge research at a prestigious military laboratory.
  • Opportunity to work with advanced technologies and systems.
  • Collaboration with government and military institutions.
  • Support for professional growth and development.
Full Job Description
Research Physicist

Job No: 503685
Work Type: Staff Full Time (1500 hours or greater)
Location: Eglin AFB, FL
Category: Research Institute Staff
Department: Energetic Materials - 250515
Pay Grade: R3 - Exempt
Advertised: June 29, 2026
Applications close: July 06, 2026

Position Summary:
The primary purpose of this position is to conduct sponsored on-site research at the AFRL Air Warfare Directorate located at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida. UDRI is seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented, scientifically driven, physicist with extensive experience with laser systems, numerical simulations of electromagnetic systems and research in plasmonics and plasmonic nanoparticls.

Minimum Qualifications:
• PhD in Physics or closely related physical science field with a minimum of 3 years related working experience.
• Has experience with lasers, laser safety and handling.
• Has experience in the field of numerical simulations of electromagnetic systems.
• Has extensive experience in finite element method (FEM) numerical simulations.
• Has experience in researching plasmonics and plasmonic nanoparticles.
• Has experience with periodic photonic structures such as photonic crystals and fiber or nanorod arrays.
• Has experience with metamaterials.
• Due to the requirements of our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be a U.S. citizen.

Preferred Qualifications:
While not everyone may possess all of the preferred qualifications, the ideal candidate will bring many of the following:
• At least 20 years' experience preferred.
• Previous experience working with AFRL/DoD labs is preferred.
• Experience with Comsol Multiphysics software is preferred.
• Experience in integrated electro-optical systems is preferred.
• Supercomputing experience including familiarity with massively parallel systems and MPI is preferred.

Special Instructions to Applicants:
To apply please submit a cover letter addressing each minimum qualification and any applicable preferred qualifications that you meet.

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