The experimental particle physics group at McGill University is looking for a postdoctoral fellow in experimental subatomic physics to join our local nEXO team. We are an energetic group with members at all academic stages. While every member has their own project, teamwork is a central aspect in our research. We consider diversity an asset and hope to increase it within our group.
nEXO is a next generation neutrinoless double beta decay experiment which is being developed by an international collaboration. nEXO will search for the latter beyond the Standard Model weak process in the isotope Xe-136 in a liquid-xenon time-projection chamber. In collaboration with other Canadian groups, the team at McGill is investigating photon emission and transport properties in liquid xenon. With the so-called Light-only Liquid Xenon (LoLX) experiment we aim to measure Cherenkov light emission in liquid xenon using arrays of silicon photomultipliers and investigate cross-talk between them. LoLX is a small experiment with the potential of enhancing the background rejection capabilities of next generation experiments searching for neutrinoless double beta decay and dark matter interaction in liquid Xenon. Thanks to its small size, LoLX offers the opportunity to get involved in all aspects of an experiment, including taking a major leadership role. Besides LoLX, the group is developing methods to characterize integrated, large-area silicon photomultipliers.
Your tasks will be:
Lead the operation of the liquid xenon system LoLX at McGill.
Support the upgrade of LoLX.
Analyze LoLX data and publish results.
Support characterization of integrated SiPM modules in a cryogenic
environment.
The appointment is initially for two years with the possibility of renewal.
Please include a cover letter, Curriculum Vitae, statement of research interests, and upload them to WorkDay.
Please arrange to have three letters of reference sent electronically to Thomas Brunner. Applications will be reviewed starting April until the position is filled.
Please send inquiries if you have questions regarding this position to Prof. Thomas Brunner [email protected] .
Salary: $50,000
Qualifications:
You should have a background in experimental nuclear or particle physics. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in physics or a closely related field at the time of appointment. Ph.D. candidates should indicate when they are expecting to fulfill their Ph.D. requirements
Annual Salary:
(AMURE Post-Doctoral Fellow Researcher) $34,611.00
Hours per Week:
35 (Full time)
Location:
Rutherford Physics
Supervisor:
Associate Professor
Position Start Date:
03/30/2021
Position End Date:
08/31/2023
Deadline to Apply:
05/31/2021
McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [email protected] or 514-398-3711.
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