Postdoctoral Associate - Neutrino Physics

Job Summary

The Experimental High Energy Physics Group at the University of Colorado at Boulder invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate position to work in the neutrino physics group. The neutrino group at the University of Colorado is very active in the DUNE, NA61/SHINE, T2K, and Eos collaborations. The successful candidate will be expected to play a leading role in detector prototyping, commissioning, and data analysis for the DUNE Near Detectors and/or the NA61/SHINE experiment. This position will be based in Boulder, but the applicant must be able to travel to US laboratories and CERN periodically.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

• The candidate will be expected to lead efforts in physics analysis and detector commissioning in the DUNE near detector or NA61/SHINE experiment. Co-mentoring of undergraduate and graduate students in research will be expected.

What We Can Offer

• Annual salary range of $62,000–$66,000
• Moving reimbursement up to $2,500

What We Require

• Applicants must have a Ph.D. in experimental particle or nuclear physics by the time of appointment.

What You Will Need

• Proficiency in C++ and Python is highly desirable.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Candidates should have strong particle physics data analysis skills and preferably have experience in detector hardware.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials: 1. Resume or CV 2. Cover letter 3. Research Statement, detailing previous research accomplishments and research interests.

Please apply by July 15 for full consideration. The position will remain posted until August 15, 2026.