Job Description

The University of Colorado high energy physics group has an opening for a Post Doctoral Research Associate to work on the CMS experiment. The CU faculty involved in CMS are John Cumalat, Bill Ford, Kevin Stenson, Keith Ulmer, and Steve Wagner. The group plays leading roles in the Phase 2 Level 1 track trigger and correlator trigger upgrades and Phase 2 upgrade work on pixel sensor and electronics R&D. The group is active in a variety of physics analyses including searches for supersymmetry, searches for new physics utilizing exotic jet signatures, and measurements of rare B decays with implications for the lepton flavor anomalies.

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Who We Are
Who We Are
The High Energy Physics Group conducts a variety of experimental and theoretical high energy physics research. For more information, please see our website: https://www.colorado.edu/physics/research/high-energy-physics.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
The successful candidate will be expected to play a leading role in the group’s activities on the Phase 2 Level 1 trigger upgrade, as well as data analysis related to searches for physics beyond the standard model. Experience or interest in firmware and/or machine learning is highly desirable.
For inquiries about this position, please contact Keith Ulmer ([email protected]).
What You Should Know
What You Should Know
Primary locations for the position can potentially include Boulder, CERN, or Fermilab, and is negotiable depending on individual circumstances and specific projects.
All University of Colorado Boulder employees are required to align with the campus COVID-19 vaccine requirement. New employees must provide proof of vaccination or receive a medical or religious exemption within 30 days of employment.
What We Can Offer
What We Can Offer
The salary range for this full-time position is $55,000 - $62,000 annually. Moving expenses may be available.
Benefits
Benefits
The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.