Field of Interest:hep-ex, hep-ph
Experiments:Large-Area Picosecond Photo-Detectors
Deadline: 2017-08-26
Region: North America
Job description:
For a number of years the University of Chicago PSEC group has been developing large-area psec-time-resolution photodetectors for use in particle physics experiments and medical imaging. We are now looking for a candidate who can design and lead new experiments that exploit the psec time-domain to probe fundamental properties of matter. Areas of interest include detectors in the short base-line neutrino program at Fermilab, large detectors at LBNF, neutrino-less double-beta decay, flavor identification in jets at high energy colliders, vertexing of photons and charged particles at high luminosity colliders, rare kaon decays, and direct dark matter searches. In addition, the candidate will work with industry to lead the technical effort to develop batch methods of production of the devices in the quantities needed for these experiments.
Ph. D. in particle or nuclear physics required. Additional requirements:
1. At least three (3) years of postdoctoral experience in the development of detectors for particle physics, nuclear physics, astrophysics, or related fields;
2. A proven record of innovation in the design and construction of particle detectors, including publications in peer-reviewed journals;
3. Experience with high-speed signal transmission techniques, high-speed multi-channel electronics, and high-speed signal measurement techniques;
4. Experience in detection methods for electrons with energies in the MeV-to-GeV range from neutrino processes such as nuclear beta decay or low-energy accelerator neutrino beams;
5. Excellent computation skills, including extensive experience in Python, C, Geant4, and Linux;
6. Proven administrative skills managing a complex technical development project, including identifiable intellectual leadership, successful mentoring of undergraduate and graduate students, effective communications with vendors, and excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Applicants must apply at http://tinyurl.com/jw2lrn3 and upload a CV, research statement, and list of relevant publications. In addition, at least three (3) letters of reference are required. Reference letter submission information will be provided during the application process. A cover letter is optional.
Review of applications will begin on July 1, 2017.
More Information:psec.uchicago.edu
Experiments:Large-Area Picosecond Photo-Detectors
Deadline: 2017-08-26
Region: North America
Job description:
For a number of years the University of Chicago PSEC group has been developing large-area psec-time-resolution photodetectors for use in particle physics experiments and medical imaging. We are now looking for a candidate who can design and lead new experiments that exploit the psec time-domain to probe fundamental properties of matter. Areas of interest include detectors in the short base-line neutrino program at Fermilab, large detectors at LBNF, neutrino-less double-beta decay, flavor identification in jets at high energy colliders, vertexing of photons and charged particles at high luminosity colliders, rare kaon decays, and direct dark matter searches. In addition, the candidate will work with industry to lead the technical effort to develop batch methods of production of the devices in the quantities needed for these experiments.
Ph. D. in particle or nuclear physics required. Additional requirements:
1. At least three (3) years of postdoctoral experience in the development of detectors for particle physics, nuclear physics, astrophysics, or related fields;
2. A proven record of innovation in the design and construction of particle detectors, including publications in peer-reviewed journals;
3. Experience with high-speed signal transmission techniques, high-speed multi-channel electronics, and high-speed signal measurement techniques;
4. Experience in detection methods for electrons with energies in the MeV-to-GeV range from neutrino processes such as nuclear beta decay or low-energy accelerator neutrino beams;
5. Excellent computation skills, including extensive experience in Python, C, Geant4, and Linux;
6. Proven administrative skills managing a complex technical development project, including identifiable intellectual leadership, successful mentoring of undergraduate and graduate students, effective communications with vendors, and excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Applicants must apply at http://tinyurl.com/jw2lrn3 and upload a CV, research statement, and list of relevant publications. In addition, at least three (3) letters of reference are required. Reference letter submission information will be provided during the application process. A cover letter is optional.
Review of applications will begin on July 1, 2017.
More Information:psec.uchicago.edu