Postdoctoral Associate or Research Associate
Virginia Tech•Blacksburg, VA
About The Position
Virginia Tech’s Department of Physics is seeking a postdoctoral associate or research associate, depending on experience, in High Energy Theoretical Physics and String Theory. The position focuses on string theory, including string compactifications, sigma models, F-theory, effective theories, and string geometry and phenomenology. Candidates for the research associate position must have a master’s degree in a relevant field and prior research experience. Candidates for the postdoctoral associate position must have a doctorate in a relevant field.
Requirements
- Strong background in string theory.
- History of peer-reviewed publications.
- For the research associate position: a master’s degree in a relevant field and prior research experience.
- For the postdoctoral associate position: a doctorate degree in a relevant field.
- Good collaborative skills.
Nice To Haves
- Programming experience.
- Ability to work under limited supervision.
- For the research associate position, some experience mentoring junior researchers.
Responsibilities
- Conduct research in High Energy Theoretical Physics and String Theory, with a focus that may include string compactifications, sigma models, F-theory, effective theories, and string geometry and phenomenology.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
