Researcher/Scientist III, Physics

Company: The University of Arizona

Job Location: Tucson, 85724

Category: Physics

Type: Full-Time

Posting Number: req25911

Department: Physics

Location: Tucson Campus

Address: Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

The University of Arizona's department of Physics invites you to apply to the role of Researcher/Scientist III. The successful candidate in this role conducts and leads research in exotic particle physics as part of the ATLAS experiment, with a focus on jet calibration and performance studies. It involves developing analysis methods, producing and disseminating scientific results through publications and conference presentations, and contributing to the advancement of high-energy physics research. You will also supports the research mission by mentoring students and postdoctoral researchers and collaborating with faculty to maintain tools and resources for ongoing experimental work.

The University of Arizona Physics Department seeks candidates dedicated to advancing the understanding of fundamental laws that govern the universe through the dynamic interplay of theory and experiment. Our multidisciplinary research spans areas such as particle physics, condensed matter, biological physics, and astrophysics, with strong opportunities for student engagement at all levels.

This position is eligible for remote work within Arizona in conversation with the supervisor. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Develops and conducts research in exotic physics within the ATLAS experiment, including calibration and performance studies.
• Formulates research methods and contributes to the development and implementation of new analysis techniques, tools, and methodologies for detector performance and calibration studies.
• Ensures compliance with collaboration, funding agency, and experimental requirements by coordinating research activities within the ATLAS collaboration framework.
• Prepares and delivers conference presentations and authors scholarly publications based on related research studies.
• Supports ongoing research funded by existing grants and participates in the development and writing of future grant proposals.
• Oversees and supports research projects for undergraduate, graduate students and postdocs.
• Collaborates with faculty and students to develop and maintain tools and resources that support ongoing research activities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of high-energy particle physics, including exotic physics searches.
• Knowledge of jet calibration, jet performance analysis, and related data analysis techniques in collider experiments.
• Ability to communicate scientific results effectively.
• Skill in developing and applying advanced data analysis methods.
• Ability to conduct independent and collaborative research within a large international experimental collaboration.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent degree in physics or a related field.
• 3 years of postdoctoral experience.
• 3 or more years of experience at an LHC experiment.
• Strong experience developing analysis software in experimental particle physics.
• Leadership roles in an LHC experiment.

FLSA: Exempt

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40

Job FTE: 1.0

Work Calendar: Fiscal

Job Category: Research

Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay: $59,404 - $74,254

Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Grade: 8

Career Stream and Level: PC3

Job Family: Researchers & Scientists

Job Function: Research

Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies: 1

Contact Information for Candidates:
Erich Varnes, Ph.D.
Professor
varnes@arizona.edu

Open Until Filled: Yes

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume and Cover Letter