Post-Doctoral Associate in Energy Physics

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Work type: Post Doc Associate
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Grant or Research Administration, Physical/Mathematical Sciences
Department:  - LS-PHYSICS-GENERAL

Classification

Title:

Post Doctoral Associate

PhD in experimental particle physics at the time of appointment.

Job Description:

The UF CMS group currently comprises four faculty (Profs. Chang, Konigsberg, Korytov, and Takahashi), five postdocs, five graduate students, and a group of engineers and technical personnel — making us one of the largest U.S. university groups within CMS. Our instrumentation expertise spans detector operations and upgrades (Level‑1 muon trigger, CSC muon system), tracking algorithm R&D, and future HL‑LHC trigger algorithm development.

UF also supports a CMS Tier‑2 computing center. Our physics program includes precision measurements of the Higgs boson properties (H→4ℓ, H→bb), multi‑Higgs and tri‑boson production, and searches for new physics using taus, multilepton, and multi b‑jet final states.

The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Prof. Yuta Takahashi and is expected to play a leading role in searches for new physics at CMS using tau leptons and on detector/feasibility studies for future collider initiatives. The candidate is expected to work closely with our graduate students and other postdocs, as well as collaborate with members of other CMS groups.

The initial term of the position is two years with possible extensions, subject to performance, mutual satisfaction, and the availability of funds.

UF is the state’s oldest, largest, and most comprehensive land grant university with an enrollment of over 50,000 students and was ranked 6thin the country among public universities (US News and World Report 2023 rankings), and 1stamong public institutions in the Wall Street Journal 2023 survey. UF is located in Gainesville, a city of approximately 150,000 residents in North-Central Florida, 50 miles from the Gulf of Mexico, and 67 miles from the Atlantic Ocean, and within a 2-hour drive to large metropolitan areas (Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville).

The beautiful climate and extensive nearby parks and recreational areas afford year-round outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and nature photography. UF’s large college sports programs, museums, and performing arts center support a range of activities and cultural events for residents to enjoy. Alachua County schools are highly rated and offer a variety of programs including magnet schools and an international baccalaureate program.

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The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, and the compensation includes a full benefits package.

Required Qualifications:

PhD in experimental particle physics at the time of appointment.

Preferred:

Preferred:
Deep understanding of the particle detectors, particle identification, data analysis
Machine learning experience is a plus
Expertise in programming (C++ and Python)

Special Instructions to Applicants:

For full consideration, applications must be submitted online. Click on Apply Now at the top of this posting.

A complete application includes (1) a letter of application summarizing the applicant's qualifications, interests, and suitability for the position, (2) a completecurriculum vitae, (3) a statement on research goals, and (4) a list of at least three references. After initial review, letters of recommendation will be requested from the references for selected applicants.

Applications will be reviewed beginning September 15, and the position will remain open until filled. Applications received after this date may be considered at the discretion of the committee and/or hiring authority.

All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education.

The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to…