Penn State University
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Postdoctoral Scholar- LUX-ZEPLIN (LZ) Dark Matter Experiment

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About this role

The Eberly College of Science, Department of Physics at The Pennsylvania State University is seeking to fill one Postdoctoral Researcher position to work on the LUX-ZEPLIN (LZ) dark matter experiment and detector R&D. The successful candidate is expected to play a strong role in the LZ data analysis, mentor graduate and undergraduate students in the group, and work on R&D for the next generation of dark matter detectors at Penn State.

Requirements

  • Ph.D. in Physics
  • Experience with experimental particle astrophysics or a related field (ideal candidate)
  • Previous experience in direct dark matter searches and/or noble liquid detectors will be an advantage

Application Instructions

Applications must be submitted electronically and include a cover letter, CV and statement of research interests. Applicants should arrange for three reference letters to be submitted to [email protected] indicating the appropriate job number in the subject line. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Informal inquiries about this position may be made to Prof. Carmona ([email protected]).

This is a term position; length of the term will be discussed during the interview process. Continuation past the term length discussed will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.