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Post Doctoral Researcher, Physics and Astronomy
2026-01-21 University of Delaware all cities,AK
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Post Doctoral Researcher, Physics and Astronomy
Job no: 502497
College / VP Area: College of Arts & Sciences
Work type: Staff
Location: Newark, DE/Hybrid
Categories: Research & Laboratory
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Context of Job
Conduct research in theoretical particle physics and collaborate with the theoretical physics group
Major Responsibilities
- Investigate new approaches to searching for physics beyond the Standard Model including:
o New ideas for probing theoretically motivated dark matter candidates
o New probes of early universe cosmology
o Understanding constraints on new forces from structure formation - Collaborate closely with research group members at Delaware and Johns Hopkins University, colleagues, and the supervisor to review and refine research strategies.
- Prepare and organize materials for research papers, author papers, and submit findings to scientific journals.
- Create presentations, posters, and materials for conferences and scientific meetings.
- Assist in the supervision and mentorship of graduate students.
- Support the evaluation and discussion of other research groups' work through analysis of published studies and conference presentations.
- Help shape and refine research goals within the group.
- PhD in Physics or related fields.
Notice of Non-Discrimination and Equal Opportunity
The University of Delaware does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, disability, religion, age, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law in its employment, educational programs and activities, admissions policies, and scholarship and loan programs as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and University policies. The University of Delaware also prohibits unlawful harassment including sexual harassment and sexual violence.
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