York University, Department of Physics and Astronomy
Position ID:
Position Title:
HEP Postdoc (Phenomenology)
Position Type:
Postdoctoral
Position Location:
Toronto, Ontario M3J 1P3, Canada
Subject Areas:
High-Energy Theory / Particle Physics, Phenomenology, Physics Beyond Standard Model, Physics beyond the Standard Model
Cosmology/Particle Astrophysics
High Energy Physics / BSM, Dark Matter, Phenomenology
Cosmology/Particle Astrophysics
High Energy Physics / BSM, Dark Matter, Phenomenology
Appl Deadline:
2024/12/15 11:59PM
(posted 2024/11/13)
(posted 2024/11/13)Position Description:
Position Description
The High Energy Physics group at York University invites applications for a postdoctoral research position in the areas of theoretical particle physics, astro-particle physics, and phenomenology. Candidates with interests in dark matter physics are especially encouraged to apply. A separate position focusing on quantum computing and lattice field theory is advertised here.Applicants must have completed a Ph.D. in theoretical physics by the start of the appointment and have a record of research excellence. The appointment is for two years, beginning fall 2025, with an extension to a third year upon mutual agreement.
York University is in Toronto, Canada, near the University of Toronto, Canadian Institute for Theoretical Astrophysics (CITA), Perimeter Institute, Institute for Quantum Computing (IQC) and several other leading research institutions. Current HEP theory faculty include professors Nikita Blinov, Matthew Johnson, Randy Lewis, Kim Maltman and Sean Tulin. The Department also features vibrant ATLAS, neutrino physics and astronomy groups. Information on research activities within the Physics and Astronomy Department at York can be found at: yorku.ca/science/physics/ yorku.ca/science/research/hep/
To guarantee full consideration, candidates should apply through Academic Jobs Online by December 15, 2024. However, applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae (with publication list), a research statement of no more than 2 pages which outlines one of your major research achievements and your future research plans, and arrange for three referees to upload their letters through Academic Jobs Online. For further questions, contact Nikita Blinov (nblinov@yorku.ca) or Sean Tulin (stulin@yorku.ca).
York University is committed to employment equity and diversity, and a positive and supportive environment. Candidates from underrepresented groups in physics, especially women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research statement
- Three reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site )
And anything else requested in the position description.
Further Info:
Physics and Astronomy, 125 Petrie
4700 Keele Street
Toronto, Ontario
M3J 1P3
4700 Keele Street
Toronto, Ontario
M3J 1P3