The Department of Data Science at William & Mary, a public university of the Commonwealth of Virginia, invites applications for a postdoctoral research associate position that will begin September 25, 2023.

 

We seek an individual with expertise in experimental medium energy nuclear physics, data science and machine learning. The selected candidate will contribute to creating an Artificial Intelligence-enabled framework aimed at optimizing an integrated detector design. They will apply this framework to the Electron Ion Collider, making use of advanced data science techniques and multi-objective optimization methods for comprehensive analysis.

The initial appointment is funded for two years, and the appointment may be extended pending funding and performance. 

Our group is integrating AI/ML into the design optimization of complex detectors and new materials, which will be the primary focus of the new hire. The group is also largely involved in developing new AI/ML-based solutions for near real-time analysis in streaming readout and in self-driven experiments with controlled photon beam. At W&M, the Data Science Program is also deeply involved in educational activities that help disseminating AI/ML, and we actively collaborate with the EIC community and with AI4EIC (https://eic.ai). William & Mary hosted the AI4EIC workshop in 2022 and contributed to organize the first international hackathon of AI4EIC. The candidate will have the opportunity to collaborate in similar educational activities.

Required: A PhD is required at the time the appointment begins. 

Preferred: Experience with Geant4, multi-objective optimization, Bayesian reasoning, data analysis of nuclear and particle physics experiments 

Applicants must apply online at https://jobs.wm.edu. 

Submit (i) a curriculum vitae, (ii) a cover letter, (iii) a statement describing previous professional experience or future plans (or both) that demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion. You will be prompted to submit online the names and email addresses of three references who will be contacted by the system with instructions on how to submit a letter of reference.

For full consideration, submit application materials by the review date, July 21, 2023. Applications received after the review date will be considered if needed. 

Questions about the position can be addressed to Cristiano Fanelli (cfanelli@wm.edu).

William & Mary values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching and service missions of the university. The university is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. William & Mary conducts background checks on applicants being considered for employment.