Description
This position is part of the Post Doctoral Fellows Association and has an initial appointment of 2 years (renewable).
This position has a comprehensive benefits package
Location - This role is in-person at North Campus, Edmonton.
Working at the University of Alberta
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Working for the faculty of Science - Physics
The UofA is home to a large astroparticle physics group with access to extensive in-house technical infrastructure and expertise, including a professional machine shop with user space. Group members also benefit from interaction with researchers in related fields, such as ATLAS, SNO+, PICO, NEWS-G, DEAP-3600 and DarkSide, where UofA groups have significant involvement.
For more information on Astroparticle Physics at the UofA:
https://www.ualberta.ca/physics/research/centre-for-particle-physics
Research at the University of Alberta:
https://www.ualberta.ca/research
The city of Edmonton:
P-ONE:
https://www.pacific-neutrino.org/
Position Summary
The Neutrino Telescopes group at the University of Alberta (Edmonton, Alberta, Canada) is looking for an excellent postdoctoral fellow to join our exciting research program developing the Pacific Ocean Neutrino Experiment, P-ONE.
P-ONE is a new neutrino detector starting its first phase of construction off the coast of Canada. The first instrumentation line of P-ONE is planned to be deployed in 2025, and further lines are scheduled for deployment two years later.
The P-ONE group at the UofA is leading the Canadian efforts towards the design of the trigger systems of the experiment, specialized calibration systems, key electronics, optical characterization of the sensors, and the study of the physics potential of a neutrino telescope in the Pacific Ocean. The successful candidate will take a leading role in developing the physics program and final design of P-ONE and will also spearhead the construction of an integration site for P-ONE sensors at the U of A.
The Neutrino Telescopes group at the UofA is a member of P-ONE as well as IceCube, the largest neutrino telescope in operation. The group currently consists of four professors (Carsten Krauss, Roger Moore, Steve Robertson and Juan-Pablo Yáñez), one postdoctoral fellow and seven graduate students. It is supported locally by engineers and technicians who are experienced in the development of particle detectors. Up to four undergraduate students regularly join our group for research terms, in particular during summertime. A successful candidate will dedicate their time to research and assisting with the mentoring of students. Postdocs at the U of A do not have teaching duties.
The appointment can be extended for up to four years, starting with a two-year contract and renewal subject to performance and funding. The salary starts at $62,000 CAD per annum and it is adjusted with qualifications and experience. Postdoctoral fellows receive health and dental benefits, in addition to the universal healthcare provided by the province of Alberta. For other benefits visit the UofA Postdoctoral Fellows website (https://www.ualberta.ca/en/graduate-studies/postdocs-visitors/index.html).
The successful candidate will:
- take a leading role in developing the physics program and final design of P-ONE; and
- will also spearhead the construction of an integration site for P-ONE sensors at the U of A.
Candidates should have a recent PhD in experimental astroparticle physics, nuclear or particle physics, or in a closely related field. While candidates with experience in hardware would be best suited for this position, interest and potential to learn will also be considered.
To Apply
Applicants should combine a detailed CV and a brief statement of research interests into one .pdf file and upload it to the University of Alberta Careers portal.
Applicants should also arrange for two referees to each send a letter of reference to:
Juan-Pablo Yañez (j.p.yanez@ualberta.ca, website)
Centre for Particle Physics
Department of Physics CCIS 4-181
University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta, CANADA T6G 2E1
Closing date:
Application review will begin on May 1st, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled.
At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.
ApplyNote: This opportunity will be available until midnight April 30, 2025, Edmonton, Alberta local time.
