Research Associate

About the Role

The Research Associate, Quantum Division conducts research related to the Laboratory's mission. Research may be within any scientific or technology development activity of the appointee’s Division.

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.

Benefits/Perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Account
• Paid time-off
• Life insurance
• Short and Long-term disability insurance
• Retail benefits
• Onsite day care

Why 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 the South Pole.

Pre-Employment Screening

• Drug-Free Workplace & Pre-Employment Screening
• Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) Background Check
• Foreign Government Sponsored Activities
• REAL-ID Requirement for access to Fermilab Campus

Equal Opportunity Statement

Fermilab is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.