Postdoctoral Researcher – Experimental Nuclear Physics and Superconducting Detectors
Argonne National Laboratory
Lemont, USA
Job posting number: #7317924 (Ref:420979)
Posted: September 10, 2025
Job Description
Argonne National Laboratory invites applications for postdoctoral research positions in experimental physics, with a focus on advancing superconducting particle detector technology for next-generation nuclear science experiments at Jefferson Lab and the Electron-Ion Collider (EIC).
As part of our growing multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to the development of superconducting nanowire detectors while also having flexibility to pursue your own research interests.
Research Focus
Participate in a detector R&D program aimed at developing superconducting nanowire sensors to enable transformative experiments at Jefferson Lab and the EIC at Brookhaven National Laboratory
Collaborate with a diverse team of physicists and engineers working at the intersection of nuclear physics, materials science, microfabrication, and superconducting technologies
About the Team
You will join the Superconducting Nanowire Detector R&D group within Argonne’s Medium Energy Physics team. The group includes nine staff scientists, engineers, postdocs, and students, with an active research portfolio that spans:
Leading electron-scattering experiments at Jefferson Lab (CLAS12, SoLID, Hall A, B, and C)
Major contributions to experiments at Fermilab (SeaQuest, SpinQuest) and PSI (MUSE)
Detector hardware leadership, including the ALERT time-of-flight detector, the ePIC Barrel Imaging Calorimeter, and the SoLID detector at Jefferson Lab
Innovation in detector technologies such as 3D-printed pixelized MCP-PMTs and superconducting nanowire single-particle detectors
Position Requirements
Recent or soon-to-be-completed PhD (within the last 0-5 years) in the field of experimental nuclear physics, particle physics, electrical engineering, chemical engineering, materials science, mechanical engineering, or related discipline
Ability to model Argonne’s core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity, and teamwork
Preferred
Experimental data analysis in hadronic physics
Superconducting electronics and sensors
Detector simulations
Microfabrication of superconducting nanowire single-photon detectors (SNSPDs)
Application Instructions
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Statement of Research Interests
Additionally, arrange for three recommendation letters to be sent directly to Kaitlin Raimondi at PHYHR@anl.gov, and confirm that your referees have submitted their letters.
Job Family
PostdoctoralJob Profile
Postdoctoral AppointeeWorker Type
Long-Term (Fixed Term)Time Type
Full timeThe expected hiring range for this position is $70,758.00-$117,925.00.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 as, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs. Additionally, comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package.
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