Summary
Location
New York
Salary
$60k - $62k
Type
full-time
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About this role
Thank you for considering a career with the Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY).
The team at RFCUNY is made up of dedicated, talented professionals committed to providing the services that allow CUNY researchers, faculty, and staff to focus on their intellectual curiosity and scientific discoveries.
We are pleased that you are interested in exploring opportunities to join RFCUNY.
Primary Location:
BARUCH COLLEGEBargaining Unit:
No
Applications are invited for a postdoctoral research associate to work with Prof. Jamal Jalilian-Marian on theoretical high-energy nuclear physics with emphasis on QCD and EIC-related topics. The position is for one year, starting in the Fall of 2026 (start date is very flexible and can be much earlier). Applicants should submit a CV, a statement of research, a list of publications, and arrange for three recommendation letters to be emailed to Prof. Jalilian-Marian at [email protected]. All application materials must be uploaded online on the RFCUNY site, otherwise they may not be considered. Review of applications will begin January 31, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.
Perform research in theoretical high energy nuclear physics
Organize and participate in meetings, seminars, workshops and conferences
Publish research results and conduct presentations at meetings and conferences
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Ph.D. degree in theoretical nuclear or elementary particle physics
Prior research experience in high energy nuclear physics
Ability to prepare and deliver oral presentations, as well as write articles in scientific journals
Clear and concise verbal/written/presentation communication skills
Knowledge of perturbative QCD and small x physics
Pay Range:
$60,000 - $62,000RFCUNY Benefits
RFCUNY Employee Benefits and Accruals
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The Research Foundation of the City University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities Act/E-Verify Employer. It is the policy of the Research Foundation of CUNY to provide equal employment opportunities free of discrimination based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic violence victim status, arrest record, criminal conviction history, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Other facts
About Research Foundation of The City University of New York
The Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY) was established as a private, not-for-profit educational corporation chartered by the State of New York on January 24, 1963. For 55 years, RFCUNY has supported CUNY faculty and staff in identifying and obtaining external support (pre-award) from government and private sponsors and is responsible for the administration of all such funded programs (post-award).
What you'll do
- The postdoctoral research associate will perform research in theoretical high-energy nuclear physics, focusing on QCD and EIC-related topics. They will also organize and participate in meetings, seminars, workshops, and conferences, and publish research results.
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