Researcher/Scientist III, Physics

Overview

The University of Arizona's department of Physics invites applications for the role of Researcher/Scientist III. The successful candidate will conduct and lead research in exotic particle physics as part of the ATLAS experiment, with a focus on jet calibration and performance studies. 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.

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.

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.
• 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.

Benefits

• 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
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development
• Salary range: $59,404 - $74,254 (full-time equivalency)

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