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Berkeley Lab’s Physics Division has an opening for a Postdoctoral Fellow to work in the ATLAS

Group. 

The successful candidate will participate in the analysis of ATLAS physics data,

including but not limited to the study of photon-induced processes and measurement of

luminosity. The candidate will also contribute to the Pixel Tracker upgrade for the HL-LHC. The

larger LBL ATLAS group makes significant contributions to SM, Higgs, SUSY and Exotics

analyses, and has major roles in the construction of the ITk Pixel and Strips trackers for HL-

LHC, as well as extensive activities in computing and core software. The group contains a

unique mixture of lab staff and faculty members, with a significant number of postdocs and

Ph.D. students. For more information about this position, please contact Dr. Simone Pagan

Griso.

The posting shall remain open until the position is filled, however for full consideration, please apply by close of business on November 22, 2021.

Position Duties:

• Work in the ATLAS collaboration with involvement in both technical contributions to the experiment, and physics analysis of data from the experiment.

• Conduct original research independently and in collaboration with other members of the LBNL group.

• Contribute to the ongoing ATLAS Upgrade program for the Pixel Tracker.

• Interact with LBNL and other investigators working on similar or related scientific problems.

• Report results to supervisor.

• Prepare research papers for publication.

• Present research findings at seminars and conferences.

Additional Responsibilities as needed:

• May mentor Ph.D. students

• Other duties as assigned

Position Requirements:

• Ph.D. or equivalent in physics with zero to two years of postdoctoral experience since Ph.D. thesis

• Experience in particle physics research.

• Demonstrated ability to attain a high level of achievement as an independent researcher.

• Ability to work as a team member to accomplish goals.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in modern Silicon instrumentation.

• Ability to mentor students.

How To Apply:

For full consideration, please apply by close of business on November 22, 2021, but the position will remain open until filled. For inquiries please contact Kelly Rushing (krushing@lbl.gov).

The following requested application materials listed below must be submitted through Academic Jobs Online:

1. Curriculum vitae.

2. A list of up to ten relevant publications, including contributions for multi-author publications.

3. A statement describing current and future research interests (3-page limit excluding figures and references).

4. A statement describing past activities and future interests in diversity, outreach and leadership (1 page maximum).

5. Arrange to have 3 letters of reference submitted (at least one reference from outside LBNL/UC Berkeley).

Notes:

• This is a full-time 2 years postdoctoral appointment with the possibility of renewal based upon satisfactory job performance, continuing availability of funds and ongoing operational needs. You must have less than 2 years of paid postdoctoral experience when first assuming the position, and any extension is subject to the constraint of spending no more than five years total in a postdoctoral appointment. Salary for Postdoctoral positions depends on years of experience post-degree.

• This position is represented by a union for collective bargaining purposes.

• Salary will be predetermined based on postdoctoral step rates.

• Based on University of California Policy - SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program, Berkeley Lab strongly recommends that all members of our community obtain the COVID-19 vaccine as soon as they are eligible.  As a condition of Physical Presence at a Berkeley Lab Location, all Covered Individuals must Participate in the COVID-19 Vaccination Program by providing proof of Full Vaccination or submitting a request for Exception or Deferral.

• This position may be subject to a background check. Any convictions will be evaluated to determine if they directly relate to the responsibilities and requirements of the position. Having a conviction history will not automatically disqualify an applicant from being considered for employment.

• Work will be primarily performed at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA.

Based on University of California Policy - SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program, Berkeley Lab strongly recommends that all members of our community obtain the COVID-19 vaccine as soon as they are eligible. As a condition of Physical Presence at a Berkeley Lab Location, all Covered Individuals must Participate in the COVID-19 Vaccination Program by providing proof of Full Vaccination or submitting a request for Exception or Deferral.

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