Senior Research Associate

Chapman University Careers•Irvine, CA

12d

About The Position

Researcher will undertake research in theoretical physics, with a focus on quantum foundations as outlined in the Templeton Foundation grant “SoCal Quantum Foundations Hub: Knowledge and Agency in Quantum Physics”. Under general minimal supervision, independently and in collaboration with other others; analyze, organize, and prepare publications; maintain current knowledge of appropriate related scientific literature; assist with research training for undergraduate and graduate students, and post-docs.

Requirements

Advanced degree and research experience in foundations of physics or related discipline.
Working knowledge of mathematical tools needed in foundations of physics
Ability to evaluate resource needs and appropriately request/order additional resources as needed.
Ability to innovatively meet required needs with available resource.
Ability to lead, supervise and provide guidance to staff and students performing research work.
Ability to interpret and apply Institute policies, regulations, and procedures.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
10 year minimum experience in foundations of physics

Responsibilities

Engages in scientific research projects and report on findings.
Plan, perform, direct and analyze various projects in the foundations of physics
Present findings at meetings.
Write up our findings for publication in the scientific literature.
Prepare progress reports for funding agencies; prepare proposals for grant funding.
Maintain current knowledge of appropriate related scientific literature.
Recognizes and investigates important issues in the foundations of physics
Contribute to the development of research documentation for publication and/or presentation.
May co-author or be the primary author of results.
Assist with research training for undergraduate and graduate students along with post-docs
Perform other duties as assigned related to management of research activities, e.g. assisting with conference and seminar organizing, assisting with hosting research visitors, etc.