Research Associate in Theoretical Particle Physics

This position is a part of the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta (AASUA).

In accordance with the Trust/Research Academic Staff Agreement , this position offers a comprehensive benefits package found on our Benefits Overview page . This position is a part-time position with 42.3 hours per week (0.94 FTE) with a prorated salary range of $56,233 - $70,298. This position has a term length of 12 months starting from July 1, 2024.

Location

Work primarily takes place at North Campus Edmonton .

Working for the University of Alberta

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Working for the Department of Physics

The Department of Physics offers research opportunities in several disciplines, including Astronomy and Astrophysics, Biophysics, Computational Physics, Condensed Matter Physics, Cosmology and Gravity Physics, Geophysical Sciences, Global Geodynamics and Seismology, Particle Physics (Experimental and Theoretical branches), Plasma Physics and Space Physics.

Position

Prof. A. Penin’s particle theory group is recruiting for a part-time Research Associate to assist with a project involving high-precision calculation in a wide class of quantum field theory problems which are of primary phenomenological importance for current and future experiments.

Duties

• Carrying out high-level, complex research activities in theoretical particle physics
• Assisting in the writing of research papers, preparation of presentations and publications
• Presenting research results at seminars and scientific conferences
• Assisting with the preparation of research grant applications and contract proposals
• Supervising students

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in Theoretical Particle Physics
• Several years of postdoctoral research experience
• Demonstrated strong background in high-order perturbative analysis in particle physics - a candidate has to be in command of modern effective field theory techniques including Soft Collinear Effective Theory, Nonrelativistic QCD, etc.
• Experience in the renormalization group analysis of high-energy processes at subleading power is highly desirable
• A high level of programming is also required
• The candidate’s experience in supervising master's and PhD students is considered an asset

As part of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program requirements, the university must conduct recruitment efforts to hire Canadians and permanent residents before offering a job to a temporary foreign worker. To ensure we remain in compliance with these regulations, please include the appropriate statement in your application "I am a Canadian Citizen/Permanent Resident" or "I am not a Canadian Citizen/Permanent Resident".

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

Note: Online applications are accepted until midnight Mountain Standard Time of the closing date.