POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER (M/F) EXPERIMENTAL NUCLEAR ASTROPHYSICS
New
- Researcher in FTC
- 24 months
- Doctorate
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Offer at a glance
The Unit
Nuclear Physics, Nuclear Astrophysics and Accelerator Technologies
Contract Type
Researcher in FTC
Working hHours
Full Time
Workplace
Canada
Contract Duration
24 months
Date of Hire
01/10/2026
Remuneration
3041 € et 4216 € plus living allowance
Apply Application Deadline : 06 July 2026 23:59
Job Description
Missions
To support scientific research and experiments connected to the DRAGON recoil separator and TUDA charged-particle array astrophysics program at ISAC (which includes the SONIK scattering target at the DRAGON Facility, and the TACTIC AT-TPC).
Activity
• Participates in all DRAGON/TUDA experiments, providing support in data acquisition, analysis, and dissemination of scientific results for selected experiments.
• Provides support and expertise in facility operation and maintenance, as well as DAQ and detector upgrades.
• Will be required to occasionally supervise undergraduate and graduate students.
• Participates in ongoing astrophysics efforts at TRIUMF connected to the Astrophysics Group.
• Will be encouraged to use state-of-the-art stellar modelling software (NuGrid) to investigate nuclear reactions in various stellar environments as part of the DRAGON program.
• Prepares reports and documentation.
• Disseminates results as articles in peer-reviewed scientific journals and at national and international conferences and workshops;
Your Profil
Skills
Extensive knowledge of the fundamentals of nuclear physics and nuclear astrophysics including the operation of radiation detectors. Experience with gaseous detectors is an advantage. Experience or familiarity with recoil separators and other relevant knowledge necessary to effectively fulfill the responsibilities of the role. Experience with scientific computing. Experience and proficiency in data analysis using e.g. R-Matrix an asset.
Your Work Environment
This position is with the French CNRS. You will be posted at TRIUMF in Vancouver, reporting to the IRL NPAT Director and the DRAGON/TUDA Principal Investigator and you will interact with other members of the DRAGON/TUDA research team.
Constraints and risks
Work performed in zone surveyed by radioprotection.
Compensation and benefits
Compensation
3041 € et 4216 € plus living allowance
Annual leave and RTT
44 jours
Remote Working practice and compensation
Pratique et indemnisation du TT
Transport
Prise en charge à 75% du coût et forfait mobilité durable jusqu’à 300€
About the offer
| Offer reference | IRL2037-DAVLUN-001 |
|---|---|
| CN Section(s) / Research Area | Interactions, particles, nuclei, from laboratory to cosmos |
About the CNRS
The CNRS is a major player in fundamental research on a global scale. The CNRS is the only French organization active in all scientific fields. Its unique position as a multi-specialist allows it to bring together different disciplines to address the most important challenges of the contemporary world, in connection with the actors of change.
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