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ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW

The Omega Group in the Physics Department at BNL focuses on the ATLAS experiment at CERN in Geneva, Switzerland. We have a strong physics program concentrated on measurements of Standard Model processes (Electroweak, Higgs, QCD) and on searches for new physical phenomena (involving Higgs, dark matter, supersymmetry, and exotics). The Omega Group has major responsibilities in the operation of the ATLAS Liquid Argon calorimeter, Trigger/Data Acquisition, and software development, and has leading roles in the ATLAS HL-LHC upgrade (Silicon Strip detector, Liquid Argon calorimeter, and Trigger/Data Acquisition). The group also has strong detector R&D programs on silicon detectors and in Trigger/Data Acquisition. BNL serves as the host laboratory for the U.S. ATLAS Operations Program, the U.S. ATLAS HL-LHC Upgrade Project, the ATLAS Tier-1 computing facility, and is an active U.S. ATLAS Center.

The biennial African School of Physics (ASP) was established with a focus to increase capacity for fundamental physics and related applications in Africa. The ASP is based on an interplay between theoretical, experimental, and applied physics, as well as computing. The ASP covers a wide range of topics: nuclear and particle physics, particle detectors, astrophysics and cosmology, Grid computing, accelerator technologies, medical physics, condensed matter physics, light sources, and their applications. About eighty students are selected from all over Africa and beyond, from an average of four hundred applications in each edition. BNL serves as a lead institute in the United States and is a co-organizer of the ASP.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Omega Group in the Physics Department has an opening for a postdoc to join the ongoing effort on the ATLAS experiment and to assist in organization of the African School of Physics, conferences, workshops, and workforce development. This position has a high level of interaction with an international and multicultural scientific community.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Participation in the ATLAS scientific program and in the operation, upgrade, software, and computing of the ATLAS experiment
• Prepare and deliver oral presentations, as well as write articles in scientific journals
• Organization of the African School of Physics and related conferences, workshops, and events
• Workforce development for alumni of the African School of Physics

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ph.D. in experimental particle or nuclear physics
• Experience with data analysis and knowledge of statistical techniques for data analysis
• Experience in detector performance or trigger systems for high energy or nuclear physics experiments
• Ability to work in a large international collaboration
• Hands-on problem solving skills and clear and concise verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated track record of publication of research in high quality peer-reviewed journals and delivery of presentations
• Experience in workforce development activities

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience with machine learning techniques and tools
• Experience with detector R&D and/or construction
• Experience with computing & software development
• Experience with the African School of Physics or comparable events

OTHER INFORMATION:

• Domestic and international travel should be expected
• This is a fully onsite position located at BNL
• Initial 3-year term appointment subject to renewal contingent on performance and funding
• BNL policy requires that after obtaining a PhD, eligible candidates for research associate appointments may not exceed a combined total of 5 years of relevant work experience as a post-doc and/or in an R&D position, excluding time associated with family planning, military service, illness or other life-changing events

Please express your interest via electronic application including cover letter, CV, and Research Statement as Word documents or PDF in the resume field of the application. You may receive a request about the reference submission process if necessary. The application is complete when all of these items have been received.

Consideration of applications will begin November 15, 2023 and continue until the position is filled. Brookhaven Laboratory is committed to providing fair, equitable and competitive compensation. The full salary range for this position is $68400 - $113250 / year.  Salary offers will be commensurate with the final candidate’s qualification, education and experience and considered with the internal peer group. Position level & salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

ABOUT US

Brookhaven National Laboratory (www.bnl.gov) delivers discovery science and transformative technology to power and secure the nation’s future. Brookhaven Lab is a multidisciplinary laboratory with seven Nobel Prize-winning discoveries, 37 R&D 100 Awards, and more than 70 years of pioneering research. The Lab is primarily supported by the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Science. Brookhaven Science Associates (BSA) operates and manages the Laboratory for DOE. BSA is a partnership between Battelle and The Research Foundation for the State University of New York on behalf of Stony Brook University. BSA salutes our veterans and active military members with careers that leverage the skills and unique experience they gained while serving our country, learn more at BNL | Opportunities for Veterans at Brookhaven National Laboratory .

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

Brookhaven Science Associates is an equal opportunity employer that values inclusion and diversity at our Lab. We are committed to ensuring that all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a veteran, disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.  BSA takes affirmative action in support of its policy and to advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.  *VEVRAA Federal Contractor

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Brookhaven employees are subject to restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Talent Recruitment Programs, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. You will be asked to disclose any such participation at the time of hire for review by Brookhaven. The full text of the Order may be found at: https://www.directives.doe.gov/directives-documents/400-series/0486.1-BOrder-a/@@images/file