The University of Nevada, Reno, USA invites applications for a full-time Postdoctoral Scholar position with the Department of Physics. The postdoctoral scholar will work in the group of Dr. A. Derevianko.  The primary task will be to carry out next-generation calculations of atomic parity violation. Additional topics of interest include dark matter searches and atomic and nuclear clocks.  Experience with relativistic atomic many-body theory is desired, but not required.  Demonstrated experience in computational physics is required.  Anticipated start date is September 1, 2019. Please apply by sending email to Dr. Derevianko ([email protected]).

Job Description: The University of Nevada, Reno invites applications for a full-time Postdoctoral Scholar position with the Department of Physics to work with the GPS.DM collaboration. The GPS.DM collaboration carries out a search for ultralight dark matter with GPS constellation atomic clock data.

The postdoctoral associate will be primarily responsible for mining archival GPS data and developing statistical analysis. Website of the collaboration: http://www.dereviankogroup.com/gps-dark-matter/ . Applications received by July 10, 2019 will be given full consideration, but the search will remain open until a suitable applicant is found.

Required Qualifications: Ph.D. in Physics or closely related field by the time of appointment.

Preferred Qualifications: Computational skills and demonstrated experience with statistical analysis.

To apply, please visit:
https://nshe.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UNR-external/job/University-of-Nevada-Reno---Main-Campus/Postdoctoral-Scholar_R0116307-1

Required Attachment(s): Attach the following documents to your application.

1) Resume/CV
2) Cover letter
3) You will be required to provide at least two reference letters to be sent by email to Professor Andrei Derevianko at [email protected] .

Contact Information: Professor Andrei Derevianko at [email protected] and Professor Geoffrey Blewitt at [email protected] .

Department Information: For more information about the Department of Physics, please go to https://www.unr.edu/physics .

EEO/AA Women, under-represented groups, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.