Postdoctoral Researcher

Job title:

Postdoctoral Researcher

Company

University of Kansas

Job description

DepartmentPhysics and AstronomyPrimary CampusUniversity of Kansas Lawrence CampusJob DescriptionConduct research in experimental neutrino physics in collaboration with members of the University of Kansas Experimental Neutrino Physics group and collaboration members worldwide. This entails participation in relevant facets of the overall research endeavor encompassing the life-cycle of neutrino experiments, ranging from experimental design, feasibility studies, detector prototyping, detector R&D, detector construction, detector operation, data-taking support, detector calibration and alignment, detector modeling, detector simulation, physics event simulation, event reconstruction, data analysis, software development, publication preparation, proposal preparation, editorial work, presentation of results, outreach and career development.40% – Development of new techniques to reconstruct the diverse event topologies, including neutrino interactions and BSM signatures, observed in LArTPC experiments.40% – Development of new techniques for the physics analysis of LArTPC data with the goal of studying the oscillation of neutrinos from the accelerator, the atmosphere, and astrophysical sources and searching for BSM processes.10% – Documentation, presentation, and publication of research results.10% – Assist the faculty in guiding the group’s graduate and undergraduate students.DisclaimerThe University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university’s programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX, [email protected], Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY.Work ScheduleM-F; 8-5FLSA StatusProfessionalConditions of EmploymentLimited TermContact Information to ApplicantsProfessor Maria Brigida Brunetti; [email protected]Limited Term End Date07-Jan-2025Required QualificationsEvaluation of the required qualifications and preferred qualifications will be made through (1) records of accomplishments entered in CV, (2) description of research and education experience provided in the application materials, (3) references, and (4) publications as appropriate. * A Ph.D. in Physics by date of appointment.

• Experience in experimental high energy physics or related field.

NOTE: To be appointed at the Postdoctoral Researcher or Research Associate title, it is necessary to have the PhD in hand. Appointments made without a diploma or certified transcript indicating an earned doctorate are conditional hires and are appointed on an acting basis not to exceed 6 months.Employee ClassU-Unclassified Professional StaffAdvertised Salary RangeStarting at $58,656, commensurate with experienceFTE1.0Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in experimental and computing techniques relevant to neutrino oscillation experiments.
• Experience and ability in particle physics data analysis.
• Experience and ability with algorithm development and C++/Python programming languages.
• Good communication skills, as evidenced in application materials.

Position OverviewThe Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Kansas seeks to fill a postdoctoral researcher in experimental neutrino physics. The successful candidate will contribute to several aspects of the experimental neutrino physics group’s research program, including software development, physics data analysis, and publication of research results.The initial appointment is for one year. The position is expected to last up to three years renewable year by year. Further extensions are possible and contingent of funding availability.Reg/TempRegularApplication Review Begins10-Dec-2024Anticipated Start Date08-Jan-2025Additional Candidate InstructionIn addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position:

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of Research Interests and Skills
• At least three letters of recommendation

Only complete applications will be considered.Application review begins Tuesday, December 10, 2024 and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants are identified.Job FamilyResearch-KULPosition RequirementsWork Location: 1082 Malott Hall, Lawrence, KS
The person may be stationed at Fermilab, in Chicago, Illinois or at the University of Kansas in Lawrence.

Expected salary

Location

Lawrence, KS

Job date

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 01:20:49 GMT

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