Research Associate in the Nuclear Physics Laser Spectroscopy Group

School of Physics & Astronomy
The University of Manchester - Faculty of Engineering & Physical Sciences

Placed on: 13th August 2014
Closes: 12th September 2014

Reference : E&PS-05014
Faculty / Organisational unit : Engineering & Physical Sciences
School / Directorate : School of Physics & Astronomy
Division : Physics and Astronomy School Office
Employment type : Fixed Term

Duration : Available for 24 months
Location : Oxford Road, Manchester
Salary : £30,434 to £37,394 per annum

Hours per week : Full time

You will be an enthusiastic and motivated scientist, and will be working in the Nuclear Physics Laser Spectroscopy Group led by Professor Jon Billowes. The group’s research is based at the ISOLDE isotope separator facility at CERN. You will assist in the testing and commissioning of equipment, the maintenance and development of the laser systems, and conducting experiments. It is expected that you will be based at CERN, Geneva. You will possess a PhD in a relevant field (nuclear or quantum optics). The ability to work as part of an international team, both in the UK and abroad, is essential. Knowledge of experimental nuclear research with low-energy radioactive ion beams would be advantageous.

Informal enquiries can be made to Professor Jonathan Billowes
Email: jon.billowes@manchester.ac.uk

The School of Physics and Astronomy is committed to promoting equality and diversity, including the Athena SWAN charter for promoting women’s careers in STEMM subjects (science, technology, engineering, mathematics and medicine) in higher education. The School received a Bronze Award in 2013 for their commitment to the representation of women in the workplace and we particularly welcome applications from women for this post. Appointment will always be made on merit. For further information, please visit http://www.physics.manchester.ac.uk/about-us/equality-and-diversity/.