Particle Physics Research Fellow - Hybrid, Detector R&D

Dunhillmedical; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave and pension support

Flexible working (hybrid)

Job summary

The University of Sheffield invites applications for a Research Fellow in Particle Physics to contribute to the ATLAS Phase-II tracker upgrade and associated physics analyses. You will supervise technicians and graduate students, lead detector development, and participate in funding applications.

Applicants should hold a PhD in particle physics with strong C++/Python skills and a track record of publications. Frequent travel to CERN is expected, with a hybrid work arrangement in Sheffield.

Qualifications

• PhD in particle physics or related field.
• Experience with silicon detector construction, testing and operation.
• Strong programming skills in C++ and Python with ROOT/Athena/GEANT4 experience.
• Track record of leading publications in particle physics collaborations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day silicon module production and organisation.
• Lead ITk detector commissioning and alignment activities.
• Supervise technicians and graduate students; manage or co-manage research staff.
• Contribute to physics analyses and dissemination of results through papers and talks.
• Identify funding sources and prepare grant proposals; manage budgets.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Publications

Education

PhD in Particle Physics

Tools

C++

Python

ROOT

Athena

GEANT4

Job description

The University of Sheffield invites applications for a Research Fellow in Particle Physics to contribute to the ATLAS Phase-II tracker upgrade and associated physics analyses. You will supervise technicians and graduate students, lead detector development, and participate in funding applications.

Applicants should hold a PhD in particle physics with strong C++/Python skills and a track record of publications. Frequent travel to CERN is expected, with a hybrid work arrangement in Sheffield.