| Postdoctoral Research Associate I |
| Posting Number |
req27565 |
| Department |
James C Wyant Coll Optical Sci |
| Department Website Link |
Wyant College of Optical Sciences |
| Location |
Tucson Campus |
| Address |
Tucson, AZ USA |
| Position Highlights |
The Laboratory of Space Systems and Optomechanics (LASSO) at the UA Wyant College of Optical Sciences is seeking candidates for postdoctoral researcher positions with a strong graduate research background in displacement laser interferometry, optomechanical inertial sensing, including micro-optical systems, cavity optomechanics, atom interferometry and quantum optics. Successful candidates will work in the LASSO group led by Prof. Guzman. Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here. |
| Duties & Responsibilities |
- Engage in experimental research related to advanced laser interferometers, novel optomechanical and quantum technologies, and space systems with applications in gravitational sensing and navigation, with minimal supervision.
- Participate in scholarly discussions with colleagues on new ideas and concepts, work closely with senior scientists, graduate and undergrad students, and interdisciplinary teams, author journal papers and conference articles.
- Present results at conferences.
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| Minimum Qualifications |
- PhD degree in Engineering, Physics/Applied Physics, Optics or a related field up hire.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
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| FLSA |
Exempt |
| Full Time/Part Time |
Full Time |
| Number of Hours Worked per Week |
40 |
| Job FTE |
1.0 |
| Work Calendar |
Fiscal |
| Job Category |
Research |
| Benefits Eligible |
Yes - Full Benefits |
| Rate of Pay |
NIH salary guidelines, Depends on Experience |
| Compensation Type |
salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE) |
| Type of criminal background check required: |
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive) |
| Number of Vacancies |
2 |
| Target Hire Date |
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| Expected End Date |
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| Contact Information for Candidates |
Felipe Guzman,
felipeguzman@arizona.edu |
| Open Date |
11/5/2026 |
| Open Until Filled |
Yes |
| Documents Needed to Apply |
Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter |
| Special Instructions to Applicant |
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University of Arizona
life insurance, sick time
Nov 06, 2026