Postdoctoral Fellow in Bob Wilson's HEP group

Colorado State University, United States

Updated: over 2 years ago

Location: Fort Collins, COLORADO

Deadline: 10 Aug 2021

Posting Details

Working Title	Postdoctoral Fellow in Bob Wilson's HEP group
Position Location	Fort Collins, CO
Research Professional Position	Yes
Posting Number	202100772AP
Position Type	Admin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification Title	Postdoctoral Fellows
Number of Vacancies	1
Work Hours/Week	40
Proposed Annual Salary Range	$50,000 - $55,000 Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Employee Benefits	Colorado State University (CSU) is committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for permanent full-time and part-time faculty and administrative professional employees in the following University benefit areas: https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/ & https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/ .
Desired Start Date	09/15/2021
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on	08/10/2021
Description of Work Unit	The CSU Department of Physics maintains a tradition of excellence in research and teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Department postdoctoral research associates participate in international research with programs in many of the most active and exciting areas of physics. The HEP group at Colorado State University has leading roles on the Fermilab Short-Baseline Neutrino (SBN) program, and the DUNE (Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment) and NOvA long-baseline neutrino experiments. Prof. Wilson was a founding member of DUNE and is Deputy Spokesperson of the ICARUS collaboration, which has recently completed its first beam data commissioning run at Fermilab. His research currently focuses on photon detectors for DUNE, neutrino oscillation measurements, physics beyond the Standard Model with Liquid Argon detectors.
Position Summary	Prof. Wilson’s High-Energy Physics group in the Department of Physics at Colorado State University seeks applications for a postdoctoral research associate position in experimental neutrino physics. The position initially will focus on studies of the use of novel photon detectors in the Horizontal Drift and Vertical Drift modules for Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment (DUNE) followed by operation and analysis of data collected by the Fermilab Short-Baseline Neutrino (SBN) program, with an emphasis on the ICARUS detector. The successful candidate is expected to be based at Fermi National Accelerator Center in Batavia, Illinois and will involve travel for collaboration meetings and conferences. Extended periods at Colorado State University (Fort Collins) and/or CERN (Switzerland) may be necessary.
Required Job Qualifications	Applicants must hold a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in physics or a related field and have research experience in experimental nuclear or high-energy physics.
Preferred Job Qualifications	Programming experience (C++ or other object-oriented languages) and experience with the analysis of high-energy physics experimental data would be an asset.
Diversity Statement	Ability to advance the department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion through research, teaching and outreach with relevant programs, goals and activities.

Essential Duties

Job Duty Category	Research
Duty/Responsibility	The main research topics are (1) photon detector studies for DUNE; (2) analysis of SBN data; and (3) detector operation shifts or other service tasks.
Percentage Of Time	90

Job Duty Category	Supervision
Duty/Responsibility	Assistance with supervision of undergraduate and graduate students working on projects for the SBN program and DUNE.
Percentage Of Time	10

Special Instructions to Applicants	A complete application includes: Cover Letter which addresses the minimum and preferred qualifications, a resume/CV, and the names and contact information for three professional references. References will be contacted immediately upon submission of application and will receive an email with a link to submit their letter. All letters of recommendation must be submitted by August 17th. No mail-in applications or letters will be accepted.
Conditions of Employment	Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Search Contact	Robert Wilson; [email protected]
EEO Statement	Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services. The Acting Title IX Coordinator is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO. 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, [email protected] . The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836.
Background Check Policy Statement	Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.