Research Associate - AI for Fundamental Physics

The Fundamental Physics Directorate AI/ML Coordination Department at SLAC is seeking applicants for a postdoctoral Research Associate to work on AI for particle/nuclear physics. The initial term of this position is one year, with the possibility of extension up to five years upon annual review. Qualifications This position requires a PhD in experimental particle physics, nuclear physics, or a related field at the time of appointment. The successful candidate should have a demonstrated record of excellence in research, and experience with one or more of the following: Monte Carlo simulation of particle detectors Training AI tools for particle data Data analysis in particle or nuclear physics SLAC employee competencies: Effective Decisions : Uses job knowledge and solid judgment to make quality decisions in a timely manner. Self-Development : Pursues a variety of venues and opportunities to continue learning and developing. Dependability: Can be counted on to deliver results with a sense of personal responsibility for expected outcomes. Initiative : Pursues work and interactions proactively with optimism, positive energy, and motivation to move things forward. Adaptability : Flexes as needed when change occurs, maintains an open outlook while adjusting and accommodating changes. Communication : Ensures effective information flow to various audiences and creates and delivers clear, appropriate written, spoken, presented messages. Relationships : Builds relationships to foster trust, collaboration, and a positive climate to achieve common goals. Physical requirements and Working conditions : Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of their job. Work standards : Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford/SLAC colleagues and clients and with external organizations. Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for environment, safety and security; communicates related concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned. Meets the applicable roles and responsibilities as described in the ESH Manual, Chapter 1—General Policy and Responsibilities: http://www-group.slac.stanford.edu/esh/eshmanual/pdfs/ESHch01.pdf Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu Minimum Education and Experience Required: PhD with relevant coursework or equivalent relevant experience.