Nuclear Physics Postdoctoral Research Fellow
- Central Michigan University
- Mt Pleasant, MI 48858, USA
- Oct 07, 2026
Job Description
Nuclear Physics Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Posting Number: F-1062
College/Unit: College of Science and Engineering
Home Department: Department of Physics
Employee Group: Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Employment Status: Full-Time
Position Type: 12 month
Position Classification: Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Position Begin Date: 11/16/2026
Position End Date: 11/15/2027
Position Summary:
The Nuclear Physics and Fundamental Symmetries group in the Department of Physics at Central Michigan University invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher position in experimental nuclear physics. The group performs research in low-energy nuclear physics to address questions in nuclear astrophysics, nuclear structure and reactions, and in fundamental symmetries. The group leads research programs at US and international particle accelerator laboratories, with a strong emphasis on experiments at the nearby Facility for Rare Isotope Beams (FRIB). Activities carried out locally at CMU include the development and characterization of radiation detectors and precision mass measurements with the CHIP-TRAP Penning trap.
The selected candidate will be focused on the program of precision mass measurements at FRIB led by Professors Alfredo Estrade and Matthew Redshaw. These measurements have applications to nuclear astrophysics, nuclear structure, and fundamental symmetries. They include time-of-flight mass measurements with the S800 spectrometer, and Penning trap measurements with the LEBIT facility.
As a postdoctoral researcher, the selected candidate will be expected to take a leading role in planning and running experiments at FRIB. The selected candidate may be involved in projects to develop nuclear physics instrumentation for ion traps and beam tracking detectors. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to supervise CMU graduate students, and will be encouraged to develop their own ideas for experiments at accelerator laboratories.
Required Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in nuclear physics or related field.
- Demonstrated experience with experimental nuclear physics techniques and data analysis.
- Strong scientific writing and communication skills.
- Strong interest in advancing topics of current research in nuclear physics and astrophysics.
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with ion beam optics and simulations of ion beam transport.
- Experience with data acquisition systems and event-by-event dataset analysis.
- Experience with radiation detectors and/or ion trapping techniques.
- Experience preparing and running experiments at nuclear physics laboratories.
Message to Applicants:
Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering an environment that is reflective of the communities we serve. We are especially interested in highly qualified candidates who will advance and promote CMU's mission, vision, and leadership standards.
You must submit an online application in order to be considered as an applicant for this position. Please submit a cover letter discussing research interests and qualifications, a CV, and the names and contact information of 3 references. Cover letters may be addressed to the Hiring Committee.
Please direct questions about the position to Dr. Alfredo Estrade, estra1a@cmich.edu or Dr. Matthew Redshaw, redsh1m@cmich.edu
You must submit an online application in order to be considered as an applicant for this position. Please submit a cover letter discussing research interests and qualifications, a CV, and the names and contact information of 3 references. Cover letters may be addressed to the Hiring Committee.
Please direct questions about the position to Dr. Alfredo Estrade, estra1a@cmich.edu or Dr. Matthew Redshaw, redsh1m@cmich.edu
About the Department:
The Department of Physics offers B.S., M.S. and Ph.D. programs in physics and astronomy/astrophysics. The department also offers a full range of general education and service courses in physics, physical science, and astronomy. Further information about the department is available on the department website.
Posting Begins: 10/05/2026
Posting Ends:
Open Until Filled: Yes
About CMU:
Central Michigan University has a more than 125-year legacy of preparing students to become leaders and changemakers in their communities and in their personal and professional lives.
We serve nearly 15,500 students on our Mount Pleasant campus, in satellite locations around the state and throughout the country, and through flexible online programs. Many of our approximately 300 undergraduate, master's, specialist and doctoral programs in the arts, media, business, education, human services, health professions, liberal arts, social sciences, medicine, science and engineering are nationally ranked for excellence.
CMU leads the nation in leadership development programming through our Sarah R. Opperman Leadership Institute, and we are proud to be among only 5% of U.S. universities in the top two Carnegie research classifications. Our faculty work with graduate and undergraduate students in areas such as Great Lakes research, medical innovation, engineering technology and more.
Central is home to 17 men's and women's Division 1 sports including football, basketball, gymnastics, baseball, wrestling and more. Our student-athletes achieve great success in competition and in the classroom, capturing Mid-American Conference championships and maintaining an average cumulative GPA of 3.17.
CMU is located in Mount Pleasant, a community that blends the best of small-town living with big-city amenities. It's part of the culturally varied and vibrant Great Lakes Bay Region that also includes Saginaw, Bay City, Midland and the state's largest Native American community, centered on the Saginaw Chippewa Isabella Reservation in Mount Pleasant.
Area residents enjoy the mix of outdoor activities, cultural events, shopping and dining options, and family attractions. Other major Michigan destinations and attractions — Lansing, Grand Rapids, Detroit, Traverse City, wineries, beaches, golf and ski resorts, and many more — are within easy reach of the city's central location in Michigan's Lower Peninsula.
CMU employees enjoy access to a nationally recognized wellness program along with health care and benefits that exceed regional, state and national norms.
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Office: 103 E. Preston St.
Bovee University Center, suite 306
Mount Pleasant, MI 48858
Email: titleix@cmich.edu
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