Postdoctoral Scholar - Department of Physics - Wissel Research Group

Application Instructions

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We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher in the Particle Astrophysics group to work with Prof. Stephanie Wissel on experimental searches for the highest energy neutrinos, multi‑messenger, and particle astrophysics.

• Conduct research on the Radio Neutrino Observatory in Greenland (RNO‑G) as the Penn State group leads integration, testing, and validation of data acquisition systems.
• Contribute to event filtering at both hardware and software levels and analyze data to search for the highest energy neutrinos.
• Assist with instrument calibration, monitoring, and field deployment activities, including installation and commissioning of new stations.
• Collaborate with the Particle Astrophysics group and the Center for Multi‑Messenger Astrophysics (CMA) at the Institute for Gravitation and the Cosmos.

Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in physics or astronomy with a strong background in particle astrophysics, multi‑messenger astrophysics, particle physics, cosmic ray physics, or a related field.

Applicants must submit a CV and a brief statement of research interests. Three reference letters should be provided to physics apply with the appropriate job number in the subject line. This is a one‑year term appointment, funded from the date of hire, with possible yearly renewal.

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