Field of Interest:hep-ex
Experiments:CERN-LHC-ATLAS
Deadline: 2017-02-13
Region: Europe
Job description:
The successful candidate will work on analysis of ATLAS data, in particular on the search of new invisible particles that are produced together with a Higgs boson. Should positive signals be observed the candidate will help identify the origins of the new particles and possible connections to e.g. Dark Matter. In case the results are fully consistent with the Standard Model, the goal will be to demonstrate which suggested theories can be excluded. The work on improving the selection techniques and the performance of the physics objects used in the search will be an important part of the Ph.D. research. A further part of the work is an ATLAS authorship qualification task that will be chosen taking into account both the responsibilities of the institute as well as the interests and capabilities of the candidate. Additionally, some activities connected to R&D for future experiments and/or upgrades of ATLAS could be included.
The successful candidate would have the possibility to help with supervising Master students.
The activities are located at the Department of Physics at Lund University. However, frequent visits to
CERN as well as potentially some long-term stationing there will be supported and required.
Participation in summer-schools and national as well as international conferences will be encouraged.
The activities are located at the Department of Physics at Lund University. However, frequent visits to CERN as well as potentially some long-term stationing there will be supported and required.
Participation in summer-schools and national as well as international conferences will be encouraged.
· a university degree on advanced level within a related field, such as a Master's degree in physics or equivalent, or
· substantial advanced course work at the Master level, or comparable, including an independent research project.
Furthermore, the acceptance is based on the estimated ability to accomplish postgraduate studies.
Other requirements: Good knowledge in spoken and written English is a requirement.
· Knowledge and skills relevant to postgraduate studies within the research area, such as a broad and thorough preparation in physics. This can be documented by appended documents.
· Estimated ability to work independently and the ability to formulate and solve scientific questions. This ability can be established, for example, based on undergraduate research experiences, a Master's thesis or in a discussion of scientific problems during a possible interview.
· Skills in written and oral communication.
· Other experience relevant to postgraduate studies, such as professional experience.
· The applicant should have experience in software and programming (C++/Python).
· The applicant should be interested in working in an international environment since a lot of the activities will be at CERN and possibly also at other international laboratories.
Other assessment criteria:
We consider good cooperation ability, drive and independent work ability as positive personal attributes.
The selection of the successful candidate will be based on the results of studies at the basic and advanced levels, the requirements indicated above, and the ability to cope with the challenges outlined in the anticipated assignments.
PhD-position@hep.lu.se by the references), copies of grade certificates, and any other documents that the applicant wishes to refer to.
Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants are also required to answer the job specific questions, if that is the first step of the application process.
The English version of this announcement is an interpretation of national formalities expressed in the Swedish text. In case of uncertainties, the Swedish text applies.
Lund University welcomes applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We regard gender equality and diversity as a strength and an asset.
Type of employment Temporary position longer than 6 months
First day of employment 2017-05-02, or according to agreement
Reference number PA2017/155
Contact Ruth PÖTTGEN, Biträdande lektor/Dr +46 8 5537 8670, PhD-position@hep.lu.se
Union representative SACO:Saco-s-rådet vid Lunds universitet 046-222 93 64, kansli@saco-s.lu.se
Published 2017-01-19
Last application date 2017-02-13
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Experiments:CERN-LHC-ATLAS
Deadline: 2017-02-13
Region: Europe
Job description:
Description
ATLAS (http://atlas.cern) is one of the two general purpose detectors exploring the energy frontier at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) at CERN, which is the world’s most powerful accelerator. In 2012 we verified the last component in our current knowledge, the Standard Model, by discovering the Higgs boson. Now the emphasis is to search for phenomena beyond the Standard Model, to expand our knowledge and hopefully to become able to answer some of the large question in our understanding of Nature: What is the nature of Dark Matter? Are quarks and leptons fundamental, or are they composed of smaller objects? Are there really only three spatial dimensions? The LHC now runs with increased collision energy and rates, and with ATLAS we are exploring this vast new energy range. In near future, LHC will be upgraded to yet higher performance parameters, adding to the challenge of massive scientific data analysis. Two doctoral students are invited to join us in addressing this challenge and advancing the research.Job assignment
The main task for the doctoral student will be to focus on his or her research education which includes contributing to research projects but also to study courses at research level.The successful candidate will work on analysis of ATLAS data, in particular on the search of new invisible particles that are produced together with a Higgs boson. Should positive signals be observed the candidate will help identify the origins of the new particles and possible connections to e.g. Dark Matter. In case the results are fully consistent with the Standard Model, the goal will be to demonstrate which suggested theories can be excluded. The work on improving the selection techniques and the performance of the physics objects used in the search will be an important part of the Ph.D. research. A further part of the work is an ATLAS authorship qualification task that will be chosen taking into account both the responsibilities of the institute as well as the interests and capabilities of the candidate. Additionally, some activities connected to R&D for future experiments and/or upgrades of ATLAS could be included.
The successful candidate would have the possibility to help with supervising Master students.
The activities are located at the Department of Physics at Lund University. However, frequent visits to
CERN as well as potentially some long-term stationing there will be supported and required.
Participation in summer-schools and national as well as international conferences will be encouraged.
The activities are located at the Department of Physics at Lund University. However, frequent visits to CERN as well as potentially some long-term stationing there will be supported and required.
Participation in summer-schools and national as well as international conferences will be encouraged.
Entry requirements
A formal requirement for doctoral studies in physics is:· a university degree on advanced level within a related field, such as a Master's degree in physics or equivalent, or
· substantial advanced course work at the Master level, or comparable, including an independent research project.
Furthermore, the acceptance is based on the estimated ability to accomplish postgraduate studies.
Other requirements: Good knowledge in spoken and written English is a requirement.
Basis of Assessment
Selection to postgraduate studies is based on the expected ability to perform well in the studies. The evaluation of the ability to perform well is based primarily on the results of studies at the basic and advanced levels, in particular:· Knowledge and skills relevant to postgraduate studies within the research area, such as a broad and thorough preparation in physics. This can be documented by appended documents.
· Estimated ability to work independently and the ability to formulate and solve scientific questions. This ability can be established, for example, based on undergraduate research experiences, a Master's thesis or in a discussion of scientific problems during a possible interview.
· Skills in written and oral communication.
· Other experience relevant to postgraduate studies, such as professional experience.
· The applicant should have experience in software and programming (C++/Python).
· The applicant should be interested in working in an international environment since a lot of the activities will be at CERN and possibly also at other international laboratories.
Other assessment criteria:
We consider good cooperation ability, drive and independent work ability as positive personal attributes.
The selection of the successful candidate will be based on the results of studies at the basic and advanced levels, the requirements indicated above, and the ability to cope with the challenges outlined in the anticipated assignments.
Terms of employment
A PhD position is an employment with the main duty to be engaged in PhD studies according to the study plan. The duration of PhD studies is 4 years full time studies. In addition, those appointed to doctoral student position may be required to work with educational tasks, research and technical/ administrative duties at a level of at most 20% of full time. The position is then extended correspondingly, however not longer than corresponding to 5 years full time employment. PhD positions are subject to special regulations. These can be found in the Swedish Higher Education Ordinance (SFS 1993:100, ch. 5, with updates). Only those who are or have been admitted to PhD-studies may be appointed to PhD position.Application procedure
Apply online! Applications must contain a covering letter in which applicants describe themselves and their particular research interests. Applications must also include a CV, a copy of the applicant’s Master’s thesis (or a summary text if the thesis is not yet completed), contact details of at least two references (or preferentially that the reference letters are submitted directly toPhD-position@hep.lu.se by the references), copies of grade certificates, and any other documents that the applicant wishes to refer to.
Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants are also required to answer the job specific questions, if that is the first step of the application process.
Remarks
We ask companies dealing with advertising job openings and staffing companies to refrain from seeking contact with us since we are bound by contracts in the governmental system.The English version of this announcement is an interpretation of national formalities expressed in the Swedish text. In case of uncertainties, the Swedish text applies.
Lund University welcomes applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We regard gender equality and diversity as a strength and an asset.
Type of employment Temporary position longer than 6 months
First day of employment 2017-05-02, or according to agreement
Reference number PA2017/155
Contact Ruth PÖTTGEN, Biträdande lektor/Dr +46 8 5537 8670, PhD-position@hep.lu.se
Union representative SACO:Saco-s-rådet vid Lunds universitet 046-222 93 64, kansli@saco-s.lu.se
Published 2017-01-19
Last application date 2017-02-13
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