Assistant Scientist in Space-based Gravitational-Wave Instrument Science

Assistant Scientist in Space-based Gravitational-Wave Instrument ScienceJob No: 532582Work Type: Non-Tenure-Track FacultyLocation: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)Categories: Physical/Mathematical SciencesDepartment: 16360100 - LS-PHYSICS-GENERALJob DescriptionClassification Title:Assistant ScientistJob Description:An Assistant Scientist position is available within the University of Florida LISA group led by Dr. Paul Fulda and Dr. David Tanner. This is a twelve-month, time-limited, non-tenure-accruing position to begin in August 2024. The candidate will contribute to our research on the stability and noise in ultralow expansion materials for use in space sattelointe gravitational-wave detectors, such as LISA and follow-on missions. The Assistant Scientist will be a member of the UF LISA group.UF is Florida's oldest, largest, and most comprehensive university, with an enrollment of over 50,000 students. UF is located in Gainesville, a city and metropolitan area of 350,000 residents located in North-Central Florida. UF was ranked the Number 1 public university in the United States by the Wall Street Journal in its “2024 Best Colleges in the U.S.” report. Gainesville is 50 miles from the Gulf of Mexico, 67 miles from the Atlantic Ocean, and within a 2-hour drive of large metropolitan areas (Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville). The beautiful climate and extensive nearby parks and recreational areas afford year-round outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and nature photography. UF's large college sports programs, museums, and performing arts center support a range of activities and cultural events for residents to enjoy. Alachua County schools are highly rated and offer a variety of programs including magnet schools and an international baccalaureate program. Learn more about what Gainesville has to offer at Visit Gainesville.Expected Salary:The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, and the compensation includes a full benefits package.Employment Benefits include:Health Insurance: UF participates in state- and university-sponsored benefits programs for individuals, families, and domestic partners, and offers voluntary insurance that includes vision, dental, long-term disability and more.Retirement Options: Attractive options include Florida Retirement System Pension Plan, State University System Optional Retirement Program, Florida Retirement System Investment Plan, and Voluntary Retirement Savings Plan.Leave: UF staff enjoy a generous paid leave plan as well as access to a sick-leave pool, parental leave, and leave payouts.Minimum Requirements:Successful candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Physics or a related area. Several years of experience in experimental work on gravitational-wave detectors, advanced laser metrology, design and construction of electronics for control of lasers, and picometer accuracy measurements of optical structures.Preferred Qualifications:Graduate Student or Postdoctoral research experience is expectedSpecial Instructions to Applicants:This position will be initially awarded for one year, and, contingent upon strong performance, conduct, and availability of funds, may be renewed.For full consideration, applications must be submitted online. Click on Apply Now at the top of this posting.A complete application includes (1) a cover letter, (2) a curriculum vitae with publication list, (3) contact information for at least three confidential reference providers. Reference providers will be provided an upload link once an application is submitted, so early completion of an application is highly recommended. To ensure full consideration, complete applications must be received by August 15, 2024. Only complete applications will be reviewed.All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education.The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States require evaluation by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/.The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law. If an accommodation due to disability is needed in order to apply for this position, please call (352) 392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at (800) 955-8771 (TDD).The Department of Physics is committed to promoting an environment that welcomes all abilities, classes, ethnicities/races, gender identities and expressions. We particularly welcome applicants who can contribute to such an environment through their scholarship, teaching, mentoring, and professional service.Health Assessment Required:NoApplications Close: 16 Aug 2024To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/532582/assistant-scientist-in-spacebased-gravitationalwave-instrument-scienceThe University is committed to non-discrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations, genetic information and veteran status in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.Copyright ©2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agencyjeid-35f14839df99ee4b8f3004fa96963e9c