The Hadronic Physics Group, in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, at the University of Connecticut is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to develop a software framework for the computation of SIDIS structure functions on the basis of given "model input" or "trial parametrizations", and for the SIDIS event generators. Such a framework would be used in the future for 3-D PDF extractions and validations. We are looking either for an experimentalist with strong theory background, or for a theorist interested in close collaboration with experimentalists. The successful candidate will be expected to play a leading role in the design, implementation, testing, deployment, and maintenance of the framework. The Fellow will be stationed at Jefferson Lab, making periodic visits to UConn as required by the research efforts of the group, and will help supervise the efforts of graduate students from the group stationed at Jefferson Lab.

Minimum Qualifications

A Ph.D. (or equivalent foreign degree) in experimental or theoretical nuclear, particle, or high-energy physics (or closely related field) before the anticipated start date. The successful candidate must possess excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills as demonstrated by scientific publications in major refereed journals, conference presentations, etc., and a general knowledge of nuclear and particle physics.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience/expertise in the following areas is strongly desired: Physics of medium- or high-energy electron scattering; Radiative correction calculations for electron scattering experiments; Modelling of structure functions; Implementation of QCD-evolution equations; JAVA/C++ programming; Monte Carlo simulation; and/or Modern statistical analysis techniques.

Appointment Terms

This position has an anticipated start date of December 1, 2016 and is for an initial duration of one year, renewable for up to two additional years (three years total), contingent on satisfactory performance, mutual agreement, and availability of funds.

To Apply

Please submit a cover letter, CV, and statement of research interests at www.jobs.uconn.edu, "Staff Positions" Search 2017053. Additionally, please arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent to Kyungseon Joo at kyungseon.joo@uconn.edu.

Questions or requests for further information about the position should be directed to Prof. Kyungseon Joo (kyungseon.joo@uconn.edu) or Prof. Peter Schweitzer (peter.schweitzer@uconn.edu).

Evaluation of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check. (Search #2017153).

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