Staff Scientist – Low-Energy Nuclear Physics

The Low-Energy Nuclear Physics Research Group (LER) of the Physics Division at Argonne National Laboratory seeks outstanding early- or mid-career experimental researchers to an open scientific staff position within the group. LER performs world-leading research in nuclear structure, nuclear astrophysics, fundamental symmetries and nuclear data as well as managing and operating world-class detector systems as part of the ATLAS accelerator facility, a DOE supported national user facility for low-energy nuclear physics research which provides both stable beams and world-unique rare isotope beams from either the nuCARIBU (Californium Rare Ion Breeder Upgrade) facility or from the Argonne In-Flight Radioactive Ion Separator, RAISOR.

Additional information on the activities of the Group and the Division can be found at https://www.anl.gov/phy. The Argonne Physics Division has programs in low energy and medium energy nuclear physics, nuclear theory, nuclear data, accelerator R&D and operates the DOE Office of Nuclear Physics National User Facility, the Argonne Tandem-Linac Accelerator System (ATLAS).

Position Requirements

• The successful candidate should have a Ph.D. in Nuclear Physics or related field and will be expected to develop an independent research program, which utilizes the ATLAS facility and the Facility for Rare Isotope Beams (FRIB). The preference will be given to candidates with experience using and operating large gamma-ray arrays, such as Gammasphere and Ge tracking arrays such as GRETINA and AGATA

• Ability to model Argonne’s core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity, and teamwork

Applicants must submit the following materials:

• Curriculum vitae

• Research statement outlining interests in relation to the advertised position

• Contact information for three references, to be sent to Kaitlin Raimondi at phyhr@anl.gov

For questions or additional information, please contact Dr. Dariusz Seweryniak at seweryniak@anl.gov

​For full consideration, please apply by September 15, 2025

RD2: Bachelors and 5+ years of experience, Masters and 3+ years, or PhD and 0+ years, or equivalent

The expected hiring range for this position is **$90,063 - $143,010 annually

RD3: Bachelors and 8+ years of experience, Masters and 5+ years, PhD and 4+ years, or equivalent

The expected hiring range for this position is **$109,922 - $175,605 annually

Job Family

Research Development (RD)

Job Profile

Physics 2

Worker Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

The expected hiring range for this position is $90,063.00 - $143,010.27.

Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs. Additionally, comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package.

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