Inspire
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East Lansing, MI | United States
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Job description:
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Experimental Particle Astrophysics
IceCube Neutrino Observatory
We seek multiple outstanding candidates to join the Particle Astrophysics group at the Michigan State University Department of Physics and Astronomy, to work on neutrino or multi-messenger astrophysics centered on the IceCube Neutrino Observatory. Research programs connecting to other projects in the department, such as the IceCube Upgrade, Pacific Ocean Neutrino Experiment (P-ONE), High Altitude Water Cherenkov (HAWC) Observatory, or other X-ray and gamma-ray observatories, are also encouraged.
Michigan State hosts a dynamic program in particle astrophysics with a growing focus on multi-messenger astronomy, including efforts on IceCube, P-ONE, HAWC, SWGO, and CMB-S4 observatories. The group also benefits from close connections to high-energy physics groups working on T2K, NOvA, DUNE, ATLAS, and X-ray astronomy, and from the extensive technical infrastructure available in the department. The MSU group has a leading role in IceCube science ranging from searches for astrophysical neutrino sources, Beyond Standard Model physics, and neutrino oscillations, to the development of hardware for the IceCube Upgrade and P-ONE.
The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to IceCube data analysis, with possible focus areas including new techniques to enhance sensitivity to multi-messenger sources; application of machine learning techniques to data analysis, multi-wavelength/multi-messenger PeVatron searches, measurements of the diffuse neutrino energy spectrum and flavor ratio, and techniques for analyzing data from the forthcoming IceCube Upgrade. Candidates will also have the opportunity to contribute to the development, production, and testing of sensors, electronics, and online software and firmware for the IceCube Upgrade and P-ONE. They will have the opportunity to chart and pursue their own independent research pathway in collaboration with the neutrino astronomy group at MSU. They will also mentor graduate and undergraduate students and contribute to public outreach efforts. The appointment will be initially for one year with the expectation of renewal subject to mutual agreement.
Applications will be considered from Ph.D. physicists and astronomers with strong backgrounds in particle astrophysics, particle physics, cosmic ray physics, high energy astrophysics, and related fields. Applicants should submit a brief statement of research interests, a curriculum vitae, and the names of at least three references via the website at https://careers.msu.edu, position #852254.
Review of applications will begin on July 1, 2023, and will continue until the positions are filled. The expected start date is Winter 2023/Spring 2024, with flexibility depending on the candidate's circumstances. MSU is an affirmative action, equal-opportunity employer. MSU is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The university actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans, and persons with disabilities.
For additional information about this position, please email either of us at:
Mehr Un Nisa ([email protected])
Tyce DeYoung ([email protected])
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