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UVA Health

Research Associate in Physics

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 4 weeks ago

Location: Newcomb Hall, VA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/28/2026

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A Research Associate typically has more experience than a Research Assistant. Responsibilities can include the planning and design of research projects, conducting experiments, analyzing data, contributing to research publications or grant proposals, and collaborating with other researchers. Works in a variety of fields within science or the social sciences, in programs based at a university or research institution, or works on government or industry sponsored research projects. Conducts field or library research or recruits participants for a study; may also assist with legal research. These roles are often held by people with advanced degrees in their field of study with several years of experience in research or academia.

$70,034 / year median in Virginia

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Job Description

The Department of Physics, at the University of Virginia invites applications for a postdoctoral research associate position to work in the laboratory of Dr. Kent Paschke. The successful candidate will join a team with nuclear, accelerator, and data scientists to develop machine learning methods with particle detector and beamline monitor data to improve control of beam properties relevant to the MOLLER experiment. Responsibilities will include preparing for efficient data analysis, simulations of the experimental apparatus, coordinating measurements and analysis between accelerator and MOLLER collaboration personnel, and mentoring graduate students engaged in this research. This position will be based at Jefferson Lab in Newport News, Virginia.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in experimental subatomic physics with accelerated beams or a closely related field by the starting date. Priority will be given to candidates with a track-record of initiative and leadership, as well as experience with precision measurements, data analysis, software development, simulation, or accelerator physics.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Apply online at https://uva.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UVAJobs and search for

R0085811.

Attach the following:

Cover letter,
Curriculum vitae
Contact information for three individuals who can provide professional reference letters.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Review of applications will begin on August 15, 2026, but the position will remain open until filled. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. This is a one-year appointment; however, the appointment may be renewed for one additional one-year term, contingent upon available funding and satisfactory performance. For inquiries about the position, please contact Professor Kent Paschke, paschke@virginia.edu. Questions regarding the application should be directed to: Rich Haverstrom, Academic Recruiter, at rkh6j@virginia. edu. For more information on the benefits available to postdoctoral associates at UVA, visit postdoc.virginia.edu and hr.virginia.edu/benefits The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment .