Stagiaire postdoctoral

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The role involves extracting and identifying Ba-136 from Xe-136 using radiofrequency funnels and ion traps, and commissioning an ion transport beamline. The candidate will also optimize the MRTOF mass spectrometer and lead Canadian Ba-tagging efforts while supervising graduate and summer students.

A Ph.D. in physics or a closely related field is required by the time of appointment. Candidates should have a background in experimental nuclear or particle physics, specifically with expertise in ion manipulation and spectroscopy.

• Time managementPreferred
• Problem solvingPreferred
• Project managementPreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Experimental Nuclear Physics
• Particle Physics
• Ion Manipulation
• Spectroscopy
• Problem Solving
• Time Management
• Collaboration
• Interpersonal Skills
• Project Management
• Student Supervision

• Science & Research
• Education
• Engineering

Minimum education

Master’s degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Sep 24, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

35 hours per week

Seniority

Internship