Postdoctoral Research Fellow, LHCb Group, Department of Physics, College of Arts and Sciences

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Essential Functions

• Conduct research experiments in a particular field within the pre-determined research scope and methodology.
• Gather and analyze data and develop new ideas that promote current research.
• Prepare data summaries, reports, manuscripts and presentations of research results.
• Participate/assist in manuscript writing for publication in scientific journals and/or presentation; may assist in grant writing.
• Keep informed of developments in field to maintain and enhance professional expertise.
• Lab maintenance, including equipment maintenance and ordering of supplies, as needed.
• May teach techniques to others, train, and mentor junior research staff.
• Engage in appropriate training and professional development opportunities.
• Play an active role in seeking career and research advice, both from the faculty supervisor and from other faculty members as well.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.
  
  

Job Overview

The LHCb Group in the Department of Physics within the University of Cincinnati’s College of Arts & Sciences invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow position whose primary responsibilities will be software research, development, and deployment in support of the LHCb experiment at CERN.

Faculty research directions within the LHCb Group at the University of Cincinnati include studies of flavor physics (b- and charmed-hadron physics), exotica, QCD, and electro-weak physics. A recent Postdoctoral Research Fellow also took a leading role in LHCb's heavy ion program. The selected candidate will be expected to make substantial contributions to software research, development, deployment & maintenance as part of LHCb's RTA Project (Real Time Analysis). The individual may also contribute to the DPA Project (Data Processing and Analysis). It is anticipated that the selected candidate will be based at CERN.

Required Education

Candidates should have a Ph.D. in experimental particle physics or a closely related area.

Required Experience

Analysis of particle physics data sets

Expert knowledge of C++

Expert knowledge of Python

Effective communication skills, both oral and written.

Required Experience

• In-depth knowledge of specialized field, process or discipline.
• May require experience with specialized software programs.
  
  

Additional Qualifications Considered

Knowledge of CUDA.

Knowledge of PyTorch or a similar deep learning framework

Experience writing software trigger infrastructure.

Experience mentoring more junior researchers

Application Process

In addition to the online application, interested candidates should submit:

A cover letter with no more than one page;

A current curriculum vitae including a list of up to 10 publications.

A statement describing research interests (up to three pages).

Applicants should arrange to have at least three letters of reference sent separately to [email protected].

Review of applications will begin on February 17, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. Interested candidates should contact Prof. Michael Sokoloff ([email protected]) for more information on the position.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.
  
  

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.
  
  

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

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The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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