Organizational Overview

The position is in Electronic Detector Group (EDG) in the Physics Department at BNL. EDG has a long history in the study of kaon, muon and neutrino physics, and recently in heavy flavor physics (Belle II). EDG physicists have major responsibilities in several neutrino experiments: the Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment (DUNE) and its prototype (ProtoDUNE), the short-baseline neutrino program (SBN includes MicroBooNE, SBND, and ICARUS), and the reactor neutrino experiments (Daya Bay and PROSPECT). The EDG currently has twenty-five physicists at various career levels. In collaboration with the Instrumentation Division, the group performs R&D in electronics, detector design, and event reconstruction for liquid-argon TPCs (LArTPC). In collaboration with the BNL Chemistry Department, the group performs R&D on liquid scintillator and water-based liquid scintillator detectors. In collaboration with the Computational Science Initiative, the group develops new software and computing infrastructures to advance Intensity Frontier research. 

Position Description

The Physics Department has an opportunity for a postdoctoral researcher to take a leading role in development of future LArTPC experiments (DUNE Phase I, II, and their prototypes) and physics analysis of current LArTPC neutrino experiments (MicroBooNE, SBND, ICARUS). We seek talented individuals to work on detector simulation, event reconstruction, data analysis techniques, and detector R&D. The expected physics analyses include measurement of neutrino oscillations, neutrino-argon cross-section extractions, search for physics beyond the standard model, and study of physics sensitivities of future experiments. This position has a high level of interaction with international and multicultural scientific communities. 

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Conduct detector simulation (TPC, photon detector, and electronic readout), event reconstruction, and physics sensitivity studies with a focus to expand science program in future LArTPC experiments
• Lead the analysis of current LArTPC neutrino experiments, including measurement of neutrino oscillations, neutrino-argon cross section extraction, or beyond standard model searches
• Communicate, prepare, and conduct presentations in a wide community of physicists, engineers, and managers at meetings and conferences
• Document research results and publish papers in scientific journals

Position Requirements

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• PhD in experimental particle, nuclear physics or related fields
• Programming ability and proficiency with modern program language such as C++ and Python  
• Familiarity with detector simulation and physics data analysis
• Demonstrated ability to perform research independently and as part of a research group
• Clear and concise oral and written communication
• Demonstrated track record of publication of research in high-quality peer-reviewed journals  

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience with noble liquid detector technology such as LArTPC
• Experience with photon detector technology such as PMT or SiPM 
• Experience in detector electronics hardware

OTHER INFORMATION:

• In your electronic application submission, please include (in one document) a cover letter, curriculum vitae, publication list, and a brief description of research interests. After electronic submission of application, applicants should arrange for at least three letters of recommendation to be sent electronically to PhysicsLOR@bnl.gov. 
• 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 postdoc and/or in an R&D position, excluding time associated with family planning, military service, illness, or other life-changing events. 
• Initial 2-year term appointment subject to renewal contingent on performance and funding.  

At Brookhaven National Laboratory we believe that a comprehensive employee benefits program is an important and meaningful part of the compensation employees receive. Our benefits program includes, but is not limited to: 

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Care Plans 
• Flexible Spending Accounts 
• Paid Time-off and Leave Programs (vacation, holidays, sick leave, paid parental leave) 
• 401(k) Plan 
• Flexible Work Arrangements 
• Tuition Assistance, Training and Professional Development Programs 
• Employee Fitness/Wellness & Recreation:  Gym/Basketball Courts, Weight Room, Fitness Classes, Indoor Pool, Tennis Courts, Sports Clubs/Activities (Basketball, Ping Pong, Softball, Tennis)