Postdoctoral Research Associate

Job title:

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Company

Northeastern University

Job description

About the OpportunityABOUT THE OPPORTUNITYThe Postdoctoral Research Associate would join the Northeastern group for its research with the Compact Muon Solenoid (CMS) experiment at the Large Hadron Collider at the CERN laboratory in Geneva, Switzerland. The position will be based at CERN.The Northeastern CMS group has leading involvements in the operation and upgrade of the endcap muon system as well as the operation and upgrades of the electromagnetic calorimeter and the Level-1 trigger. Physics efforts include searches for phenomena beyond the standard model, di-Higgs boson studies, and precision electroweak and QCD measurements. The successful candidate is expected to contribute to the upgrade of the CMS endcap muon system, as well as to take a leading role in physics data analysis. The candidate will also have the opportunity to work with Ph.D. and undergraduate students.RESPONSIBILITIESAssist in initiating, executing, and completing research and experimentsPrepare and write research papers, presentations, grant proposalsLaboratory managementTrain graduate studentsQUALIFICATIONSA Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Experimental Particle Physics by the time of the appointment is required. Candidates should have a strong record of recent accomplishments in data analysis and in detector hardware or software.Position TypeResearchAdditional InformationNortheastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit for more information.Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion.All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.To learn more about Northeastern University’s commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see .

Expected salary

Location

Boston, MA

Job date

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 04:52:40 GMT

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