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Job Posting Title:

Postdoctoral or Senior Postdoctoral Researcher (Theoretical Studies)

Position Type:

Other Academic

Department:

LSUAM Science - PA - AMO Theory (Francois Mauger (00010472))

Work Location:

0210 J.W. Nicholson Hall

Pay Grade:

Other Academic

Job Description:

A position as Postdoctoral or Senior Postdoctoral Researcher is available in the Ultrafast AMO Theory group in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Louisiana State University. The group includes 3 faculty (Profs. M.B. Gaarde, F. Mauger, and K.J. Schafer) and about twice as many junior members (Students and Postdocs). The selected candidate will participate in theoretical studies of ultrafast electron and nuclear dynamics in molecules subjected to strong and short light pulses.

Responsibilities:

Participate in theoretical studies of ultrafast electron and nuclear dynamics in molecules subjected to strong and short light pulses. The researcher will be primarily responsible for the development and application of large-scale calculations to describe ultrafast coupled electron and nuclear dynamics in molecules, as well as their interaction with strong/short light pulses as a means to induce and probe these dynamics (90% effort). A Senior Postdoctoral Researcher will also have support for independent research which will be determined by its relationship to currently funded research, as well as its potential for opening new avenues of investigation. Publication, conference, and student supervision (10% effort - both Postdoctoral or Senior Postdoctoral Researchers): Additional duties include assisting in the supervision of graduate and undergraduate work in the Ultrafast AMO Theory group at LSU. The researcher is expected to regularly publish papers in the refereed literature, and to attend at least one professional meeting each year to present the results of this research.

Minimum qualifications: (Both) PhD in physics, chemistry or a related field. (Sr. postdoctoral researcher) 3 years of related work experience.

Preferred qualifications: Candidate with a background in ultrafast and/or computational AMO theory, time-dependent quantum dynamics, or large-scale computations will have first consideration.

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Please provide cover letter, resume, and the contact information for three professional references. Please attach ALL required documents under the "Resume/CV" section of your application. For questions or additional information regarding the position, please contact Dr. F. Mauger at ...@lsu.edu.

Transcripts may be submitted; however, original transcripts will be required prior hire. If the degree is not from the United States, a credential evaluation is required in addition to the official transcripts.

Posting Date:

October 20, 2025

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

February 17, 2026

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

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Essential Position (Y/N):

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university's ability to employ individuals in certain positions. This position is not eligible for H1B visa sponsorship.

HCM Contact Information:

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-###-#### or email ...@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.