enables the experiment to measure dark matter interaction cross sections with two orders of magnitude increase in sensitivity over current experiments for dark matter particle masses below the TeV scale.

The success of the LZ experiment depends on a careful understanding of the response of the detector. The PhD student project is to develop detailed calibration analyses that will quantify the detector’s response to interactions and optimize the detector’s ability to distinguish signals from backgrounds. These analyses will feed into a diverse set of physics searches, including axion, WIMP dark matter, and neutrinoless double beta decay. These activities will build a broad range of skills, including advanced simulation techniques, operation and automation of hardware, statistical data analysis, and presentation of results.

Applicants should submit their application using our Applicant Portal. Please note that a research proposal is not required.

Find out more about Research degree (PhD) opportunities at Royal Holloway, University of London.

Applications for PhD degrees are via our Applicant Portal.

enables the experiment to measure dark matter interaction cross sections with two orders of magnitude increase in sensitivity over current experiments for dark matter particle masses below the TeV scale.

The success of the LZ experiment depends on a careful understanding of the response of the detector. The PhD student project is to develop detailed calibration analyses that will quantify the detector’s response to interactions and optimize the detector’s ability to distinguish signals from backgrounds. These analyses will feed into a diverse set of physics searches, including axion, WIMP dark matter, and neutrinoless double beta decay. These activities will build a broad range of skills, including advanced simulation techniques, operation and automation of hardware, statistical data analysis, and presentation of results.

Applicants should submit their application using our Applicant Portal. Please note that a research proposal is not required.

Find out more about Research degree (PhD) opportunities at Royal Holloway, University of London.

Applications for PhD degrees are via our Applicant Portal.