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The University of Florida (UF) High Energy Physics Group seeks outstanding Postdoctoral Research Associates to join its CMS experiment efforts at CERN’s LHC, as well as detector R&D and physics studies for future collider projects (e.g., FCC‑ee, US Muon Collider).Classification Title:Post Doctoral Associate. UF is the state’s oldest, largest, and most comprehensive land grant university with an enrollment of over 50,000 students and was ranked 6th in the country among public universities (US News and World Report 2023 rankings), and 1st among public institutions in the Wall Street Journal 2023 survey.

The University of Florida (UF) High Energy Physics Group seeks outstanding Postdoctoral Research Associates to join its CMS experiment efforts at CERN’s LHC, as well as detector R&D and physics studies for future collider projects (e.g., FCC‑ee, US Muon Collider).<table><tbody><tr><th>Classification Title:</th><td>Post Doctoral Associate</td></tr><tr><th>Classification Minimum Requirements:</th><td>PhD in experimental particle physics at the time of appointment.</td></tr><tr><th>Job Description:</th><td>The UF CMS group currently comprises four faculty (Profs. Chang, Konigsberg, Korytov, and Takahashi), five postdocs, five graduate students, and a group of engineers and technical personnel — making us one of the largest U.S. university groups within CMS. Our instrumentation expertise spans detector operations and upgrades (Level‑1 muon trigger, CSC muon system), tracking algorithm R&D, and future HL‑LHC trigger algorithm development. UF also supports a CMS Tier‑2 computing center. Our physics program includes precision measurements of the Higgs boson properties (H→4ℓ, H→bb), multi‑Higgs and tri‑boson production, and searches for new physics using taus, multilepton, and multi b‑jet final states.The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Prof. Yuta Takahashi and is expected to play a leading role in searches for new physics at CMS using tau leptons and on detector/feasibility studies for future collider initiatives. The candidate is expected to work closely with our graduate students and other postdocs, as well as collaborate with members of other CMS groups.The initial term of the position is two years with possible extensions, subject to performance, mutual satisfaction, and the availability of funds.UF is the state’s oldest, largest, and most comprehensive land grant university with an enrollment of over 50,000 students and was ranked 6th in the country among public universities (US News and World Report 2023 rankings), and 1st among public institutions in the Wall Street Journal 2023 survey. UF is located in Gainesville, a city of approximately 150,000 residents in North-Central Florida, 50 miles from the Gulf of Mexico, and 67 miles from the Atlantic Ocean, and within a 2-hour drive to large metropolitan areas (Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville). The beautiful climate and extensive nearby parks and recreational areas afford year-round outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and nature photography. UF’s large college sports programs, museums, and performing arts center support a range of activities and cultural events for residents to enjoy. Alachua County schools are highly rated and offer a variety of programs including magnet schools and an international baccalaureate program. Learn more about what Gainesville has to offer at <a href="https://www.visitgainesville.com/" rel="nofollow">Visit Gainesville</a>.</td></tr><tr><th>Expected Salary:</th><td>The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, and the compensation includes a full benefits package.</td></tr><tr><th>Required Qualifications:</th><td><table border="1"><tbody><tr><td>PhD in experimental particle physics at the time of appointment.</td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr><tr><th>Preferred:</th><td>Deep understanding of the particle detectors, particle identification, data analysis Machine learning experience is a plus Expertise in programming (C++ and Python)</td></tr><tr><th>Special Instructions to Applicants:</th><td>For full consideration, applications must be submitted online. Click on Apply Now at the top of this posting.A complete application includes (1) a letter of application summarizing the applicant's qualifications, interests, and suitability for the position, (2) a complete curriculum vitae, (3) a statement on research goals, and (4) a list of at least three references. After initial review, letters of recommendation will be requested from the references for selected applicants.Applications will be reviewed beginning September 15, and the position will remain open until filled. Applications received after this date may be considered at the discretion of the committee and/or hiring authority.All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education.The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States require evaluation by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at <a href="http://www.naces.org/" rel="nofollow">http://www.naces.org/</a>The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law. If an accommodation due to disability is needed in order to apply for this position, please call (352) 392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at (800) 955-8771 (TDD).</td></tr><tr><th>Health Assessment Required:</th><td>No.</td></tr></tbody></table>

University of Florida

Post-Doctoral Associate in High Energy Physics

The experimental group currently leads projects in Cosmic Explorer optical design, the ongoing A+ upgrade to LIGO, and performance testing of the LISA Telescope, as well as a wide range of simulation studies, all of which include postdocs, graduate and undergraduate students. A complete application includes (1) a cover letter, (2) a curriculum vitae with publication list, (3) a research statement, (4) a statement of teaching philosophy, (5) a statement describing the broader impacts of past and planned professional activities, and (6) contact information for at least three confidential reference providers.

The Department of Physics at the University of Florida invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-accruing position at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning August 16, 2024. The targeted research area is precision interferometry and optical instrument science, generally, with a focus on gravitational wave detector instrumentation.<table><tbody><tr><th>Classification Title:</th><td>Assistant Professor</td></tr><tr><th>Job Description:</th><td>The Department of Physics at the University of Florida invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-accruing position at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning August 16, 2024. The targeted research area is precision interferometry and optical instrument science, generally, with a focus on gravitational wave detector instrumentation.The Florida gravitational wave group is actively involved in the LIGO, LISA and Cosmic Explorer collaborations, carrying out research across the spectrum from theory and data analysis, through technology development, instrument modeling and design, to direct hardware contributions to detectors. The experimental group currently leads projects in Cosmic Explorer optical design, the ongoing A+ upgrade to LIGO, and performance testing of the LISA Telescope, as well as a wide range of simulation studies, all of which include postdocs, graduate and undergraduate students. We seek candidates with experience in experimental optics and an interest in gravitational wave research, with the ability to collaborate in small and large groups. The new faculty member is expected to develop innovative projects, enhance our group’s efforts, and attract external research funding. Applications are encouraged from scientists with interests in Cosmic Explorer, the Einstein Telescope, LISA, LIGO, Virgo, KAGRA, and similar precision optical experiments.The successful candidate will be able to teach effectively at the graduate and undergraduate levels, as well as provide service to the department, the university, and the profession. Applicants should demonstrate a clear potential for supervising graduate students and postdoctoral researchers, while contributing to the educational mission of the department.The 50 faculty in the Department of Physics lead innovative research in many fields of physics. The UF Physics department maintains well-equipped and well-staffed machine and electronics shops, to which the successful applicant will have access. The department enjoys a multitude of synergies internally and with many other university units and global initiatives. To learn more, please visit the department website, <a href="https://www.phys.ufl.edu" rel="nofollow">https://www.phys.ufl.edu</a>.   UF is Florida’s oldest, largest, and most comprehensive university, with an enrollment of over 50,000 students. UF is located in Gainesville, a city and metropolitan area of 350,000 residents located in North-Central Florida. UF was ranked the Number 1 public university in the United States by the Wall Street Journal in its “2024 Best Colleges in the U.S.” report. Gainesville is 50 miles from the Gulf of Mexico, 67 miles from the Atlantic Ocean, and within a 2-hour drive of large metropolitan areas (Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville). The beautiful climate and extensive nearby parks and recreational areas afford year-round outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and nature photography. UF’s large college sports programs, museums, and performing arts center support a range of activities and cultural events for residents to enjoy. Alachua County schools are highly rated and offer a variety of programs including magnet schools and an international baccalaureate program. Learn more about what Gainesville has to offer at <a href="https://www.visitgainesville.com/" rel="nofollow">Visit Gainesville</a>.</td></tr><tr><th>Expected Salary:</th><td>The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, and the compensation includes a full benefits package.Employment Benefits include:Health Insurance: UF participates in state- and university-sponsored benefits programs for individuals, families, and domestic partners, and offers voluntary insurance that includes vision, dental, long-term disability and more.Retirement Options: Attractive options include Florida Retirement System Pension Plan, State University System Optional Retirement Program, Florida Retirement System Investment Plan, and Voluntary Retirement Savings Plan.Leave: UF staff enjoy a generous paid leave plan as well as access to a sick-leave pool, parental leave, and leave payouts.</td></tr><tr><th>Minimum Requirements:</th><td>Ph.D. in Physics or a closely related field.</td></tr><tr><th>Preferred Qualifications:</th><td>Post-Doctoral experience.</td></tr><tr><th>Special Instructions to Applicants:</th><td>For full consideration, applications must be submitted online. Click on Apply Now at the top of this posting.A complete application includes (1) a cover letter, (2) a curriculum vitae with publication list, (3) a research statement, (4) a statement of teaching philosophy, (5) a statement describing the broader impacts of past and planned professional activities, and (6) contact information for at least three confidential reference providers. Reference providers will be provided an upload link once an application is submitted, so early completion of an application is highly recommended. To ensure full consideration, complete applications must be received by November 28, 2023, and the position will remain open until filled. Only complete applications will be reviewed at this time. Applications received after this date may be considered at the discretion of the committee and/or hiring authority. For more information, please contact Paul Fulda (paulfulda@ufl.edu).All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education.The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States require evaluation by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at <a href="http://www.naces.org/" rel="nofollow">http://www.naces.org/</a>.The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law. If an accommodation due to disability is needed in order to apply for this position, please call (352) 392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at (800) 955-8771 (TDD).</td></tr><tr><th>Health Assessment Required:</th><td>No</td></tr></tbody></table>

Tenure Track Assistant Professor – Experimental Optics for Gravitational Wave Detection

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SuperCDMS is a direct-detection dark matter search experiment that looks for dark matter particles interacting in cryogenic germanium and silicon detectors equipped with sensors that detect the thermal energy released in the interactions. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States require evaluation by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/.

A Post-doctoral Associate position is available in the field of experimental astrophysics to work on the SuperCDMS SNOLAB experiment led by Dr. Tarek Saab in the Department of Physics.<table border="1"><tbody><tr><td>Classification Title:</td><td>Post Doctoral Associate</td></tr><tr><td>Job Description:</td><td>A Post-doctoral Associate position is available in the field of experimental astrophysics to work on the SuperCDMS SNOLAB experiment led by Dr. Tarek Saab in the Department of Physics.We have a position available in our group to work on simulations, operations and data analysis for the SuperCDMS experiment.Candidates must have PhD  in experimental particle physics, experimental astrophysics, or related research areas, by the time of the appointment. This position will be initially awarded for one year, and, contingent upon strong performance and conduct and availability of funds, may be renewed for up to three years.SuperCDMS is a direct-detection dark matter search experiment that looks for dark matter particles interacting in cryogenic germanium and silicon detectors equipped with sensors that detect the thermal energy released in the interactions. The SuperCDMS Collaboration has a history of world-leading dark matter results. The next-generation experiment, featuring novel detector upgrades, is currently being installed in SNOLAB, located 2 km underground in the Vale Creighton Mine near Sudbury. The science goals of the international collaboration include world-leading sensitivity to a variety of dark matter candidates and masses. SuperCDMS’s cryogenic technology enables extremely low detection thresholds, while SNOLAB provides a very low-background environment. We have a position available in our group to work on simulations, and operations of the SuperCDMS experiment, participation in on-site shifts and off-site data quality monitoring, as well as leading the analysis of first SuperCDMS physics data. Additional duties will consist of organizing meetings, documenting software, and reviewing and authoring internal reports as well as published papers.</td></tr><tr><td>Advertised Salary:</td><td>The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, and the compensation includes a full benefits package.</td></tr><tr><td>Minimum Requirements:</td><td>PhD in experimental particle physics, experimental astrophysics</td></tr><tr><td>Preferred Qualifications:</td><td>Experience with cryogenic detectors, low-background particle searches, computing / analysis / statistical techniques</td></tr><tr><td>Special Instructions to Applicants:</td><td>For full consideration, applications must be submitted online. Click on Apply Now at the top of this posting.A complete application includes (1) a letter of application summarizing the applicant's qualifications, interests, and suitability for the position, (2) a complete curriculum vitae, (3) a statement on research goals, and (4) a list of at least three references. After initial review, letters of recommendation will be requested from the references for selected applicants.Applications will be reviewed beginning 5/29/2026, and the position will remain open until filled. Only complete applications will be reviewed at this time. Applications received after this date may be considered at the discretion of the committee and/or hiring authority.All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education.The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States require evaluation by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at <a href="http://www.naces.org/" rel="nofollow">http://www.naces.org/</a>.This is a time-limited position. </td></tr><tr><td>Health Assessment Required:</td><td>No</td></tr></tbody></table>

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