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Job description:
The Particle Physics group at the University of Manchester has a vacancy for a Postdoctoral Research Associate working on the DarkSide-20k direct dark matter detection experiment and on sensitivity studies and detector development for future liquid argon-based dark matter facilities. The Manchester DarkSide group has strong interest in preparations for exploitation of first data from DarkSide-20k in the search for dark matter, and expansion of the long-term DarkSide-20k science programme. Manchester holds key responsibilities for assembly and testing of 25% of the total silicon photosensor instrumentation for DarkSide-20k, for development of efficient light simulations for large argon volumes, and for characterisation and modelling of anomalous low energy backgrounds that can otherwise limit low-mass dark matter search potential.
The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to ongoing activities to enable flagship dark matter searches with first data from DarkSide-20k; to play a key role in assembly, testing, and commissioning of silicon photodetector modules for the DarkSide-20k outer detector; to develop effective reconstruction algorithms for the outer veto detector, to explore new methods of efficient light simulation in large argon volumes; and to play a leading role in new physics analysis opportunities with early DarkSide-20k data. The post holder will also be able to participate in photosensor R&D for future experiments and will be expected to play a leading role in design, simulation, and sensitivity studies for potential future liquid argon-based dark matter and neutrino experiments.
The position requires a PhD Astroparticle Physics, Particle Physics, or a closely related area. Applicants should have experience in particle physics data analysis and/or software development for reconstruction algorithms, calibration activities and/or detector development. The position will be initially for a period of 18 months, with expectation of prospects for extension.
The Department of Physics and Astronomy is committed to promoting equality and diversity, including the Athena SWAN charter for promoting women’s careers in STEMM subjects (science, technology, engineering, mathematics and medicine) in higher education. The Department is an Institute of Physics Juno Champion and received an Athena Swan Silver Award and we particularly welcome applications from women for this post. Appointment will always be made on merit.
For more information and to apply, please visit https://www.jobs.manchester.ac.uk/Job/JobDetail?JobId=28408
A full job description and detailed person specification is available at the bottom of the linked webpage.
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