The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen, Neutrino and Dark Matter Group
Position ID:
Position Title:
PhD Positions in Experimental Particle and Astroparticle Physics
Position Type:
Student programs
Position Location:
Shenzhen, Guangdong 518172, China
Subject Area:
Appl Deadline:
2025/05/31 11:59PM
(posted 2024/11/03, listed until 2025/05/31)
(posted 2024/11/03, listed until 2025/05/31)Position Description:
The Dark Matter and Neutrino Group at The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen (CUHK-Shenzhen) is seeking two highly motivated PhD students to work on the XENONnT experiment in Fall 2025.
About the Group: Our group, led by Dr. Jingqiang Ye, plays a key role in both the hardware development and data analysis of the XENONnT experiment. The group is particularly interested in detecting solar neutrinos, solar axions, and light dark matter.
Position Overview: The successful candidates will work on data analysis within the XENONnT experiment and participate in local research and development (R&D) projects. Key research areas include solar neutrinos, solar axions, and light dark matter. In addition, there is an opportunity to contribute to the slow control system of the XENONnT experiment.
What We Offer:
- Tuition Waiver: Full tuition coverage for the duration of the PhD program, usually five years.
- Monthly Stipend: A competitive salary of 5,000 RMB per month after tax. Just as a comparison, the University graduate housing is 100 RMB/month.
- English-Language Environment: Courses and research activities are conducted in English.
Qualifications:
- A bachelor’s degree in physics or a closely related field.
- Strong programming skills are highly desirable.
- A strong interest in particle physics, particularly in dark matter and neutrino research.
Application Process: Applications must be submitted online through the CUHK-Shenzhen PhD Application Portal. The university recommends that applicants contact their intended supervisor before applying, which should be indicated in the application.
For more details about the Physics PhD program, please visit CUHK-Shenzhen Physics PhD Program.
Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Personal Statement
- Academic Transcript
- Two reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site )
And anything else requested in the position description.
Further Info:
No. 2001 Longxiang Blvd., Longgang Dist., Shenzhen 518172, China