Postdoctoral Research Assistant on Hyper-Kamiokande

Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Particle Physics.

The post is available initially for a fixed-term duration of 3 years, with the possibility of extension subject to funding.

The holder of this post will work on the Hyper Kamiokande experiment which is currently under construction in Japan. Hyper-Kamiokande will have world-leading sensitivity across a broad range of physics topics from CP-violation in the neutrino sector, baryon number non-conservation and supernova burst neutrino detection for more than a decade to come.

The post holder will be part of the outer detector installation team and will also develop software within the DAQ for Hyper-Kamiokande. They will be a key team member during the integration and commissioning of the experiment. They will also take a lead role in development of analysis efforts within the Oxford group for example in neutrino oscillations or supernova burst neutrinos. The post holder may also participate in SK operations/analysis.

Applicants should hold, or be close to completion of, a PhD/DPhil in physics or a related field and ideally a strong background in particle physics.

Previous experience in the field of neutrino physics and/or detector installation or data acquisition in high-energy physics experiments will be an advantage

Candidates are expected to demonstrate strong research skills, the ability work both independently and within a team and to communicate effectively. Willingness to travel to Japan is a must.

The post-holder will have the opportunity to teach.

Only applications received promptly by 12:00 noon UK time on 22 January 2025 can be considered. Please read the “Person Specification and Job Description” before preparing your application. You will be required to upload a Curriculum Vitae, a description of research experience and interests and the names and addresses of three referees as part of your online application. In addition you should arrange for the three letters of reference to be sent to ppadmin@physics.ox.ac.uk by the closing date. Applications are acknowledged but not reference letters

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