Post-Doctoral Associate - Experimental Collider Data Analysis (Mans)

Job Duties: Lead data analysis efforts in search for new phenomena and/or measurement of particle parameters from experimental collider data. Lead construction, integration, and commissioning efforts for a large, complex particle physics detector. Apply experience to development of future particle physics experiments. Work with graduate students and undergraduate students on data analysis and detector projects.

40% Data analysis and reconstruction technique development
40% Construction, integration, and commissioning of particle physics detectors
20% Communication of research and coordination with other research teams
Other duties of a similar scope as assigned.

Required Qualifications PhD or equivalent in experimental high energy physics or a closely related field.

Preferred Requirements: Experience with machine learning techniques as applied to particle physics data analysis, experience with calorimeter or silicon detector readout software and hardware. Experience in working with distributed research groups and demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks.

School of Physics and Astronomy: https://cse.umn.edu/physics

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• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
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Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

Please provide:
1. a cover letter explaining why you are interested in the position and why you believe you are qualified,
2. curriculum vitae including recent publications and research activities,,
3. a 1-2 page research experience statement including a future outlook
4. the names and complete contact information for three references.

Additionally, have three letters of reference sent via email to:
Professor Jeremy Mans
School of Physics and Astronomy
University of Minnesota
116 Church Street SE
Minneapolis MN 55455
physics-cms-postdoc-search@umn.edu

Further information may be obtained by contacting Jeremiah Mans via e-mail: jmmans@umn.edu

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