Senior Physicist - Experimental Particle Physics

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid and retirement benefits

Conference travel support

World-class facilities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Physicist to join a leading experimental particle physics group in Stellenbosch. You will design detector systems, analyze large datasets, and develop simulations to test theoretical models.

The role requires a PhD and at least 7 years of post-PhD experience, with strong skills in C++, Python, ROOT, and Monte Carlo methods. You will collaborate with international teams and contribute to publications and conferences.

Qualifications

• PhD in Physics with specialization in Particle Physics or related experimental field.
• 7+ years of research experience in experimental particle physics post-PhD.
• Expertise in detector technologies, data acquisition and analysis techniques.
• Proficiency in C++, Python, ROOT and Monte Carlo methods.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement detector systems and experimental setups for particle physics research.
• Acquire and analyze large volumes of experimental data using advanced statistical and computational techniques.
• Develop and maintain simulation tools to model detector responses and particle interactions.
• Interpret experimental results in the context of theoretical models and contribute to new developments.
• Collaborate with international research collaborations and contribute to joint analyses and publications.
• Present research findings at major international conferences and author peer-reviewed papers.

Skills

C++

Python

ROOT

Monte Carlo

Data analysis

Collaboration

Education

PhD in Physics

Tools

Detector technologies

Data acquisition

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a distinguished Senior Physicistto join their leading research group focused on Experimental Particle Physicsin Stellenbosch. This role is central to conducting advanced experiments, analyzing complex datasets, and contributing to fundamental discoveries in particle physics. You will collaborate with an international team of scientists, manage experimental apparatus, and interpret results to advance our understanding of the universe's fundamental constituents and forces. This is a challenging opportunity for a passionate physicist to work at the forefront of scientific exploration in a highly collaborative research environment, within a renowned academic and research hub.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement detector systems and experimental setups for particle physics research.
• Acquire and analyze large volumes of experimental data, employing sophisticated statistical and computational techniques.
• Develop and maintain simulation tools to model detector responses and particle interactions.
• Interpret experimental results in the context of theoretical models and contribute to new theoretical developments.
• Collaborate with international research collaborations, contributing to joint analysis efforts and publications.
• Present research findings at major international conferences and author peer-reviewed scientific papers.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Physics, with a specialization in Particle Physics or a related experimental field.
• A minimum of 7 years of research experience in experimental particle physics post-Ph.D.
• Demonstrated expertise in detector technologies, data acquisition, and analysis techniques.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C++, Python, and experience with data analysis frameworks (e.g., ROOT).
• Experience with Monte Carlo simulations and statistical analysis methods.
• Strong collaborative skills and the ability to work effectively within large international teams.

Benefits

• A highly competitive salary reflecting the seniority and expertise required.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Support for conference travel and professional development opportunities.
• Access to world-class research facilities and cutting-edge instrumentation.
• An intellectually stimulating environment engaged in fundamental scientific research in Stellenbosch.