DUNE Photon Detector R&D Assistant

Colorado State University; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado State University in the United States is seeking a candidate to support far detector photon detector assembly and testing, focusing on setting up the vertical drift photon detector test setup and developing test protocols.

The role involves analyzing data, certifying results, and integrating testing into the DUNE Hardware Database, with responsibilities across detector assembly and development activities.

Qualifications

• BA in Physics or equivalent.
• Familiarity with SiPMs, high-speed analog and digital electronics.
• Experience with liquid cryogens is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist to set up and commission the vertical drift photon detector test setup.
• Develop test protocols to follow during testing of PD modules.
• Analyze data collected during testing and certifying results.
• Integrate testing into the DUNE Hardware Database.
• Provide support in other general detector assembly and development activities as directed.

Skills

Data analysis

Test protocol development

Detector testing support

Education

BA in Physics

Tools

DUNE Hardware Database

Job description

Colorado State University in the United States is seeking a candidate to support far detector photon detector assembly and testing, focusing on setting up the vertical drift photon detector test setup and developing test protocols.

The role involves analyzing data, certifying results, and integrating testing into the DUNE Hardware Database, with responsibilities across detector assembly and development activities.