Assistant Research Professor - Neutrino Astrophysics, Phenomenology, and Data Analysis
About The Position
The Department of Physics at The Pennsylvania State University is seeking to fill an Assistant Research Professor position in the area of high-energy neutrino astrophysics. The successful candidate will lead phenomenological and data-driven research efforts in the astrophysics of ultra-high energy neutrinos, cosmic rays, and dark matter. Additionally, this position involves close and constant collaboration with existing experimental efforts at Penn State including IceCube, as well as other radio detection techniques and next generation neutrino experiments. This is a term position; length of the term will be discussed during the interview process. Continuation past the term length discussed will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Physics, materials or device physics.
- Applications must be submitted electronically and include a cover letter, CV and statement of research interests.
- Applicants should arrange for three reference letters to be submitted to [email protected] indicating the appropriate job number in the subject line.
Responsibilities
- Lead phenomenological and data-driven research efforts in the astrophysics of ultra-high energy neutrinos, cosmic rays, and dark matter.
- Collaborate closely and constantly with existing experimental efforts at Penn State including IceCube, as well as other radio detection techniques and next generation neutrino experiments.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Robust retirement plans
- 75% tuition discount for employees, eligible spouses, and children
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
