Postdoctoral Research Associate - Experimental Particle Physics Group

About the Opportunity

SUMMARY

The Experimental Particle Physics group at Northeastern University in Boston has an immediate opening for a Postdoctoral Research Associate to work on the Compact Muon Solenoid (CMS) experiment at CERN. The position will be based at CERN.

The Northeastern CMS group has leading involvements in the operation and upgrades of the endcap muon system, the electromagnetic calorimeter and new MTD, and the Level-1 trigger. Physics efforts include searches for physics beyond the standard model, di-Higgs boson studies, and precision electroweak and QCD measurements.

The successful candidate is expected to contribute to the upgrade of the CMS endcap muon system, as well as to take a leading role in physics data analysis with BSM models coupling to third-generation quarks. Prof. Bonilla Castro is strongly committed to outreach, science communications, as well as efforts in diversity, equity, and inclusion; the successful candidate will be expected to contribute to these projects. The candidate will also have the opportunity to work with Ph.D. and undergraduate students.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in initiating, executing, and completing research and experiments

• Prepare and write research papers, presentations, grant proposals

• Laboratory management

• Train graduate students

QUALIFICATIONS
 

A Ph.D. or equivalent degree in experimental particle physics by the time of the appointment is required.

Candidates should have a strong record of recent accomplishments in data analysis and in detector hardware or software. For further details about the position, please contact Prof. Bonilla Castro.

Application should include:

• CV

• Statement of research interests

• Statement on outreach and diversity

• Three letters of recommendation

The review of applications will begin on June 15th, and continue until the position is filled.

Position Type

Research

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.  

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.  

Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff.  Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion. 

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other  characteristic protected by applicable law.

To learn more about Northeastern University’s commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see www.northeastern.edu/diversity.