Research Fellow in Particle Physics
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Research Fellow in Particle Physics
Position Number:
Location:Parkville
Role type:Fulltime (Fixedterm position for 2 years)
Faculty:Faculty of Science
Department/School: School of Physics
Salary:Level A $83468 $113262 *PhD entry level $105518 p.a. plus 17 super
Join the Experiment Particle Physics group at the University of Melbourne and seize the opportunity to work on the HyperKamiokande experiment.
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TheHyperKamiokandeexperiment is a nextgeneration water Cherenkov detector currently under construction in Japan. With a fiducial volume approximately eight times that ofSuperKamiokande it is designed to achieve significantly higher sensitivity to neutrino interactions. A key objective is to measureCP violation in the lepton sectorwith unprecedented precision which could provide insight into the matterantimatter asymmetry of the universe. The detector will also enable precise studies ofneutrino oscillations proton decay searches and astrophysical neutrino detection including neutrinos from corecollapse supernovae. HyperKamiokande is due to go online in 2028.
In this role you will play a leading role in the calibration and physics analysis programs of the HyperKamiokande experiment in Japan. They will work with members of the HyperKamiokande research groups at the University of Melbourne and Monash University which are jointly supported by an Australian Research Council Discovery Project grant.
Our teams contribute to several key areas of HyperKamiokande including photosensor precalibration for the far detector construction of the outer detector system in the far detector development of machine learning algorithms for particle reconstruction and studies of CP violation in neutrino oscillations.
This position is based in Melbourne with travel to Japan for fieldwork and collaboration meetings.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Conduct internationally competitive research in neutrino physics resulting in publications in high impact journals
- Collaborate on this research with other Melbourne research personnel
- Actively participate in research seminars and conferences to disseminate research findings in their area of expertise as opportunities arise
- Assist and actively contribute under the guidance of senior academics to the preparation of research proposal submissions to external funding bodies
You may be a great fit if:
You will bring a strong research background with relevant publications in neutrino physics and expertise in developing particle detector software driven by a passion for advancing this field.
You also have:
- Completion of a PhD in physics in either experimental particle physics high energy physics or astro particle physics
- Demonstrated experience in the development of software data acquisition systems or instrumentation for particle physics experiments
- Demonstrated ability to prepare research reports and manuscripts for publication
- Demonstrated ability to develop administer and see through to completion appropriately designed research projects with limited supervision
For further information please refer to the attached PD.
What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment including:
- Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and wellbeing
- Progressive considerate leave provisions to empower your worklife balance
- Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
- Health and wellbeing services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
- Comprehensive career development and training plus a 25 discount on UniMelb graduate courses for your immediate family members!
For more information check outour benefitspage!
Your New Team School of Physics
The University of Melbournes School of Physics is one of Australias leading Physics Schools. It has achieved this status through the high quality of its research and teaching programs. The School offers a wide range of physics subjects to undergraduate and postgraduate students and performs research in the following areas: Astrophysics Atomic Molecular and Optical Physics Experimental Condensed Matter Physics Experimental Particle Physics Materials Science Physical Biosciences Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics and Theoretical Particle Physics.
The School of Physics hosts the following ARC Centre of Excellence groups:
- ARC Centre of Excellence for Transformative MetaOptical Systems (TMOS)
- ARC Centre of Excellence for Dark Matter Particle Physics
- ARC Centre of Excellence for Gravitational Wave Discovery
- ARC Centre of Excellence in All Sky Astrophysics
- ARC Centre of Excellence for Quantum Computation and Communication Technology (CQC2T)
The School also plays a major role in the Australian Synchrotron research program and in the development of the Stawell Underground Physics Laboratory.
Currently some 30 academics 51 researchonly staff more than 95 postgraduate students and 72 associates supported by 23 professional staff make up the School of Physics. The School additionally hosts 1 Thomas Baker Chair and Melbourne Laureate Professor 2 ARC Future Fellows and 1 ARC Discovery Early Career Researcher. Skilled technical staff operate maintain and develop complex instrumentation and equipment to support the teaching and research activities of the School. The School is located in the David Caro building on the Swanston Street boundary of the University campus. The Head of School and majority of the Professional staff are housed on the ground floor of the building to act as the first point of contact for students staff and visitors.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a childsafe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued respected and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity ethnicity sexual orientation disability age being a parent or having caring responsibilities.
The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrierfree and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements please feel free to contact Kim Groizardor send an email titled Reasonable Adjustments to . You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians with unprecedented investment to attract nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.
For further information including ourIndigenous strategy please visit at the University what you need to know
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesnt have a valid Working with Children Check they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Visa sponsorship is available for this position.
Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
- The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)
^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies please go to you have any questions regarding the recruitment process please feel free to contact Oliver Bukasa via email at ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.
Position DescriptionAdvertised: AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: AUS Eastern Standard Time
Employment Type
Grant
