Research Associate
The expected hiring range for this position is:$69,800.00-$92,600.00.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 the scope and responsibilities of the position, qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs.About the Role: Under general direction and in consultation with more experienced scientists, the Research Associate, Quantum Division conducts research related to the overall mission of the Laboratory. Research may be within any scientific or technology development activity of the appointee’s Division.What You'll Bring:Experimental AMO or quantum-sensing expertise: Experience operating, troubleshooting, and analyzing complex laboratory experiments involving cold atoms, lasers, optics, or related systemsIndependent experimental problem solving: Ability to design measurements, identify systematics, and turn open-ended scientific questions into actionable experimental or analysis plans.Scientific communication: Strong written and oral communication skills, demonstrated through publications, presentations, documentation, or collaboration work.Demonstrated potential to make meaningful contributions to the laboratory that support future consideration for appointment as an Associate Scientist.Additional Skills That Will Set You Apart:Laser cooling or atom interferometry experience: Familiarity with laser-cooled atoms, optical clocks, single-photon atom optics, atom interferometry, or frequency-stabilized lasers.Scientific computing: Experience with Python, C++, Julia, UNIX/Linux, bash, git, data analysis, or reproducible scientific software workflows.Simulation and statistical analysis: Experience developing simulations, systematics models, signal-inference tools, or analysis pipelines for complex experiments.Core Responsibilities:Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.Abides by and is responsible for performing all duties in accordance with all environmental, health and safety regulations and practices pertinent to this position.Essential Competencies and Attributes for Success: Completion of PhD or are expected to complete within the current calendar year.Work Arrangement:Onsite: This is an onsite role, and the candidate must be able to work from our Batavia office.Benefits/Perks:Fermilab offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, including:Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending AccountPaid time-offLife insuranceShort and Long-term disability insuranceRetirement benefitsOnsite day careWhy Fermilab: Fermilab is America’s premier laboratory for particle physics and accelerator research, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. We support discovery science experiments in Illinois and locations around the world, including deep underground mines in South Dakota and Canada, mountaintops in Arizona and Chile, CERN in Europe and t...