Postdoctoral Scholar- LUX-ZEPLIN (LZ) Dark Matter Experiment

The Pennsylvania State University • University Park, FL

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About The Position

The Eberly College of Science, Department of Physics at The Pennsylvania State University is seeking to fill one Postdoctoral Researcher position to work on the LUX-ZEPLIN (LZ) dark matter experiment and detector R&D. The successful candidate is expected to play a strong role in the LZ data analysis, mentor graduate and undergraduate students in the group, and work on R&D for the next generation of dark matter detectors at Penn State.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Physics

Nice To Haves

• Experience with experimental particle astrophysics or a related field
• Previous experience in direct dark matter searches and/or noble liquid detectors

Responsibilities

• Play a strong role in the LZ data analysis
• Mentor graduate and undergraduate students in the group
• Work on R&D for the next generation of dark matter detectors at Penn State

Benefits

• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
• For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page. (Note: For Postdoctoral benefits, please see our Postdoctoral Benefits page.)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees