Required Qualifications:(as evidenced by an attached resume)
Doctoral Degree (or foreign equivalent) in experimental nuclear physics, particle physics or a closely related discipline in hand by the start of the appointment. Experience in data analysis from a nuclear experiment, such as RHIC and the LHC. Excellent oral and written communication skills and strong presentation abilities. Strong interest in scientific machine learning and artificial intelligence.

Preferred Qualifications:
Programming experience with C++, ROOT, Python, and GEANT. Knowledge and programming experience in scientific machine learning and artificial intelligence. Working knowledge of jets and hard probes in heavy-ion collisions. Ability to work with theorists on QCD phenomenology.

Brief Description of Duties:
The Postdoctoral Associate will assist the Principal InvestigatorDr. Yeonju Goin the department of Physics and Astronomy.The incumbent will conduct research and ensure that all experiments are appropriately conducted following the policies and procedures of Stony Brook University. The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Stony Brook University invites applications for a postdoctoral research associate position in experimental high-energy nuclear physics. The Department maintains a strong research presence in the sPHENIXphysics program at the Relativistic Heavy Ion Collider (RHIC) and theATLASphysics program at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC), as well as in detector research and development for the future Electron-Ion Collider. The successful candidate will conduct data analysis for either the sPHENIX or ATLAS experiment, while also contributing to advanced applications of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning in physics, including generative AI and foundation models. The position is expected to begin in September 2026 and will initially be appointed for a two-year term, with the possibility of a one year extension contingent upon performance and funding.

Responsibilities of the Successful Candidate:

●Conduct physics analysis using sPHENIX or ATLAS heavy-ion data.

●Conduct research applying advanced AI methods to nuclear physics, including generative AI and foundation models.

●Collaborate with physicists and computer scientists on research activities and the preparation of scientific publications.

●Present research results at national and international conferences, meetings, and workshops.

●Supervise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students on the team.

●Work independently and manage time and priorities effectively.

●Demonstrate strong communication and teamwork skills in an international collaborative research environment.

●Other duties or projects as assigned as appropriate to rank and departmental mission.

Special Notes:
For full consideration, interested applicants should submit by June 15th the following: Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae and Research Statement via the online application and arrange for two letters of recommendation to be sent directly to yeonju.go@stonybrook.edu.

Applications will be considered until the position is filled.

This is a full-time appointment. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Minimum salary threshold must be met to maintain FLSA exemption.

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Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application.

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