Indiana University Bloomington

Employment Opportunities at IUCF

With the exception of positions posted internally to current IUCF appointed staff only, applicants must complete the online application form and submit their cover letter and resume through this site: http://www.indiana.edu/~uhrs/jobs/

Postdoctoral Research Associate Medium Energy Nuclear Physics, Ref. #20709-09

The IU nuclear physics group has an active and diverse program, addressing fundamental questions in nuclear and particle physics. Faculty members currently play leadership roles in a wide range of experiments, including investigations of the flavor and spin structure of the nucleon using the STAR detector at RHIC, studies of parity violation in thermal neutron-proton capture at LANSCE, neutrino measurements at Fermilab and DUSEL, and searches for electric dipole moments. Local facilities include a 200 MeV light ion cyclotron and a low energy neutron source, which can be used for detector development and testing. The laboratory also provides excellent personnel infrastructure, allowing strong participation in major off-site projects. Opportunities are available on all major research projects.

Initial appointments as a postdoctoral research associate will be for one year, with possible renewal for up to two additional years. A Ph.D. in experimental subatomic physics is required. Applications for postdoctoral positions are accepted on a continuing basis, and starting dates can be adjusted to suit the situation of the candidates.Send résumé, bibliography and contact information for three references to:

Prof. Scott Wissink
Indiana University Cyclotron Facility
2401 Milo B. Sampson Lane, Bloomington, IN 47408
tel: 812-855-5192 fax: 812-855-6645
E-mail: wissink@indiana.edu

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Postdoctoral Position in Experimental Test of Gravity at Short Ranges #20902-03

Strongly motivated postdoctoral research associate being sought by the Indiana University Cyclotron Facility to work with Professor Joshua Long to conduct an experimental test of gravity at short ranges. The experiment uses a high-frequency technique departing from the traditional torsion-pendulum approach. It is designed to be sensitive to gravity as well as a number of possible signatures of new physics in the range below 100 microns. Detailed information about the experiment can be found at: http://www.iucf.indiana.edu/u/jcl/personal/research.htm. A Ph. D. in Physics is required. Preference will be given to applicants with experience in one or more of the following areas: cryogenic techniques, low-noise electronics, microfabrication, and precision mechanical design. The duration of the position is two years with possible renewal for an additional year.

Applicants should send a CV, statement of research interests, a list of publications, and 3 names for reference to: Dianne Dupree, IUCF, 2401 Milo B. Sampson Lane, Bloomington, IN 47408, or electronically (preferred) to: didupree@indiana.edu. Applications will be reviewed until a suitable candidate is identified. Indiana University is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer committed to excellence through diversity. The University actively encourages applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

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Director, Indiana University Cyclotron Facility

Applications are invited for the directorship of the Indiana University Cyclotron Facility (IUCF). The IUCF has a diverse mission of multi-disciplinary research, service and education and also provides technical support and beam to the Midwest Proton Radiotherapy Institute (MPRI), one of only five such facilities in the United States. We seek a scientist or a science manager with a distinguished record of accomplishment who will provide the vision, leadership, and entrepreneurial spirit needed to sustain and further IUCF’s outstanding scientific research efforts, and will support the partnership with MPRI in the development of new radiotherapy treatments, technologies and applications.
IUCF conducts research in a variety of areas, including accelerator physics, condensed matter physics, medical physics, nuclear physics, nuclear chemistry, radiation effects on materials and radiation biology. The facility collaborates closely with the nationally ranked nuclear physics program at Indiana University Bloomington, which is currently developing detectors for use at national facilities to study high-energy spin physics,
fundamental neutron physics, and neutrino oscillations. The facility is also developing novel neutron scattering instrumentation for the Low-Energy Neutron Source at IUCF, which recently began operation.The director will serve a five-year term starting in the summer of 2008 and will receive a tenured professorship in the College of Arts and Sciences. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. Nominations are welcome. Applications with a complete resume, including the names of four references, should be sent as soon as possible to:
Professor Alex Dzierba
Chairperson, Search and Screen Committee
Office of the Vice Provost for Research
Indiana University
Franklin Hall 116-Y
Bloomington, IN 47405-1223
Or email applications to: DLTAYLOR@indiana.edu
Indiana University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, and
encourages applications from women and minority candidates.

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Research Associate Position in Theoretical Neutrino Interactions Physics

The Nuclear Theory Center and the Experimental Nuclear Physics Group at the Indiana University Cyclotron Facility is seeking to fill a postdoctoral research associate position in the area of neutrino-nucleus interactions and interpretation and modeling of neutrino interaction data. In particular, recent high-statistics results from MiniBooNE,SciBooNE, and Minos would be studied. The goal would be to provide additional insight into the
underlying processes and to develop robust and complete models that may be used for next-generation neutrino oscillation experiments such as T2K, NOvA, and DUSEL long-baseline.

The experimental and theoretical nuclear physics groups have vibrant and active research programs addressing fundamental questions in nuclear and particle physics. Both of these efforts are headquartered within the Indiana University Cyclotron Facility (IUCF) and conduct active seminar and visitor programs. More information may be found at http://www.iucf.indiana.edu and http://www.indiana.edu/~ntcpage/

The duration of the position is for one year with possible renewal for up to three years. Applicants should send a curriculum vitae, publication list, a statement of research interests, and three letters of recommendation to
NTC/IUCF Postdoctoral Search
Attn: Patricia S. Halstead
Nuclear Theory Center
2401 Milo B. Sampson Lane
Bloomington, IN 47408

or by email to: didupree@indiana.edu in a printable format such as Acrobat .pdf or MS
Word.

For full consideration all applications should be completed by October 1, 2009.

Indiana University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution.

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Postdoctoral Research Associate in Neutron Scattering #20908-02

The Low Energy Neutron Source (LENS) at the Indiana University Cyclotron Facility (IUCF) is seeking a postdoctoral associate to work on a project to upgrade one of the country’s foremost polarized neutron reflectometers, ASTERIX at the Los Alamos Neutron Science Center (LANSCE). The associate will be based at the IUCF and will work under the direction of Professor Roger Pynn to design, simulate, assemble and test new components for ASTERIX. Included in the hardware will be a new wide-angle polarization analyzer, a two-dimensional position-sensitive neutron detector and spin flippers for a Spin Echo Resolved Grazing Incidence Scattering (SERGIS) option. The associate will be encouraged to pursue, in parallel, her/his own research agenda using one of the instruments at LENS (Small Angle Neutron Scattering and SERGIS) and/or by submitting competitive proposals to national neutron user facilities.

A PhD in physics, materials science, chemistry, engineering or similar field is required. A knowledge of neutron scattering is required, and experience with polarized neutron scattering, especially for reflectometry, will be an advantage. Successful experience with the design and fabrication of equipment for research is highly desirable. While there is no requirement for the research interests of applicants, preference will be given to those whose research can benefit from the use of SERGIS.

The position is for a two year term, to begin September 15 or as soon as possible thereafter. Letters of application, curricula vitae and the names of at least three references should be sent to Dianne Dupree, IUCF, 2401 Milo B. Sampson Lane, Bloomington, IN 47408, or to didupree@indiana.edu. Indiana University is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer committed to excellence through diversity. The University actively encourages applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

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Engineering Division Head

Provides leadership for the Engineering Division at the IU Cyclotron Facility (IUCF) which consists of four groups: mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, software engineering, and document control. Responsible for project engineering, quality system and GMP compliance, and Engineering Division performance. Reviews engineering project proposals, evaluates designs, and identifies resource needs. Projects undertaken at IUCF are wide-ranging in scope, often requiring a sophisticated project engineering structure and technical supervision of senior engineering and scientific personnel. This position is a key participant in senior-level management decisions.

Indiana University was founded in 1820 and is now comprised of eight campuses across Indiana with a total enrollment of 92,000 students. These campuses include over 150 research institutes, with over 30 schools and academic units. As the fifth largest employer in the state there are over 16,500 full-time employees, including 10,000 Staff employees.

This position resides in Bloomington, IN, recently named by USA Today as one of the country’s top 10 college towns.

Benefits include:

Thirty (30) days of Paid Time Off (PTO) annually
Excellent medical coverage plans
Dental plan
Life insurance
Ten percent (10%) defined contribution plan
Fee Courtesy tuition plan

Requirements Bachelor’s degree and eight years development and engineering experience required. Experience in development and/or research should include: experience with complex system design including mechanical, electrical, electronic, RF, instruments, controls, software, structural, and civil components; experience with product data and configuration control; experience with project management; and experience with FDA, DOE, NRC, and/or ISO 9000 requirements. Ability to work independently and familiarity with design and construction practices, good manufacturing practices, risk assessment standards, and safety standards and codes required. Experience with PCs, CAD, design tools and analysis software, word processing and spreadsheet software, 3D modeling software, circuit simulation software, etc.; ability to read, understand, and interpret mechanical, electrical (electronics), and software system specifications, diagrams, manuals, professional journals, technical procedures and regulations; excellent communication skills; ability to effectively communicate across a broad spectrum of academics and staff, including physicists, research scientists, engineers and technicians; and ability to write reports, technical specifications, procedures, and manuals needed. Master’s degree preferred in Physics or Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Software, Systems). Experience at particle accelerator, research laboratory, or medical device industry preferred. Experience in supervision of a technical group highly desirable. Professional Certification highly desirable.

William D. Kersey
Indiana University Cyclotron Facility
Human Resources Specialist
2401 Milo B. Sampson Lane
Bloomington, IN 47408
812-855-3316 Fax: 812-855-1313
wkersey@indiana.edu
http://www.iucf.indiana.edu/

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Hourly Drafter (2 positions available)

Indiana University Cyclotron Facility

Drafters needed to assist in Engineering Department with document updates and corrections. 2 positions will be available.

Must be familiar with standard CAD techniques. Autodesk Inventor preferred but not required. Familiarity with schematic capture programs or 3-D modeling and dimensioning also a plus. Will train if previous experience is shown.

Must also be highly functional in other office programs such as Word and Excel.
Position requires, but is not limited to, basic drafting. Must be able to incorporate ‘red-line’ revisions into existing drawings following standard drafting practices.
May also be asked to work with word documents and update spreadsheets.

Must be able to work with minimal supervision.
Qualified candidate must provide references and work samples at interview.
Compensation based on skill level.

Qualifications: Associate degree or equivalent from two-year College or technical school plus one year related experience and/or training in a design and manufacturing setting.Please forward resume to Carol Goodwin at clgoodwi@indiana.edu and place ‘Drafter’ in the subject line.

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Technical Writer

Seeking PT/FT hourly technical writer to document manufacturing processes (production process, assembly procedures, test procedures,etc.) through interviews and observation in an engineering physics environment. Must have ability to quickly grasp technical details of manufacturing and assembly of electro-mechanical & detector equipment used in accelerator-based applications. Pay commensurate with ability & experience.

Interested applicants should send resume to:

William D. Kersey
Indiana University Cyclotron Facility
Human Resources Specialist
2401 Milo B. Sampson Lane
Bloomington, IN 47408
812-855-3316 Fax: 812-855-1313
wkersey@indiana.edu

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IU is strongly committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The university actively encourages applications and nominations of women, persons of color, applicants with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups. Indiana University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment institution.

Job Listings last updated 15 October 2009.