Postdoctoral Researcher na University of Kansas
University of Kansas · Lawrence, Estados Unidos Da América · Onsite
- Junior
- Escritório em Lawrence
Job Description
Active participation in the Zero Degree Calorimeter detector calibration will also be possible.
Some simulation studies on the EIC and the complementary future measurements with respect to the LHC as potential signal for saturation will also be performed
Specific job duties:
- 60% CMS heavy ion data analysis and technical work
- 20% CMS upgrades
- 10% Possible EIC simulation studies
- 10% Assisting faculty in mentoring graduate students
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Required Qualifications
- A Ph.D. in physics or related field by date of appointment.
- Previous on site experience working at a running nuclear or high energy physics experiment, as evidenced by application materials.
NOTE: To be appointed at the Postdoctoral Researcher 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 interim basis not to exceed 6 months.
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Advertised Salary Range
FTE
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in experimental physics, as evidenced by application materials.
- Previous experience in analysis of large complex data sets, as evidenced by application materials.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills, as evidenced by application materials.
- Demonstrated willingness to help mentor graduate students, as evidenced by application materials.
Position Overview
Starting Date: November 15th 2025, or as soon thereafter as the position can be filled (also negotiable).
Length of Appointment: Initial appointment is for one year with the possibility of renewal annually for three subsequent years subject to review.
GENERAL DUTIES: Research in nuclear physics. The successful candidate will contribute to several aspects of the group's research program including detector operations, data analysis, event simulation, and publication of research results.
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Additional Candidate Instruction
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae (including publications list, where relevant)
- Statement of Research Interests and Skills
- At least three letters of recommendation
Application review begins Monday October 27, 2025 and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants are identified.
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Position Requirements
- Willingness and ability to travel to Switzerland to spend time at the LHC