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Postdoc positions
University of Wisconsin-Madison (IceCube Project)
Madison
WI
United States

Closing date: not specified
Job reference code: N/A
Salary: not specified

Qualification: Doctorate (PhD/DPhil/DEng/Dr.-Ing.)

Postdoc positions - IceCube project at the
University of Wisconsin-Madison

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is seeking postdoctoral scientists to join the IceCube experiment, located at the South Pole station in Antarctica. IceCube is the first kilometer-scale neutrino detector, designed to search for high-energy extraterrestrial neutrinos. Since February 2006, IceCube has been operating with 9 strings and 32 air- shower detector stations. The AMANDA-II array, which has been taking data since 2000, is now being operated as part of IceCube array. In 2007, we expect to operate more than 20 strings and 50 surface detectors. 2007 marks the beginning of operations and physics analysis of the IceCube array; thus, it promises a wealth of new data to be analyzed.

Job opportunities exist primarily in the area of data analysis. However, involvement in optical-sensor testing and R&D for the development of new detectors, such as radio sensors, is possible. For data analysis, we seek individuals to continue the development of simulation and analysis tools to more effectively process data received by the detector. Contributions to the testing and maintenance of offline data processing throughout the IceCube distributed computing system are also expected. The physics analyses range from the search for extraterrestrial high-energy neutrino flux galactic and extragalactic sources to precision analysis of high-statistics atmospheric neutrinos, cosmic-ray physics, and the search for dark matter.

All successful applicants will have opportunities to analyze data from the IceCube and AMANDA-II detectors. In each case, a recent PhD in particle astrophysics, high-energy physics, or a related field, is required. Relevant, above-average experience and skills are expected in the analysis and interpretation of experimental data, and strong programming skills (e.g., C++ and ROOT) would be advantageous. One position will have a particular emphasis on and responsibility for IceCube detector simulation software.

For candidates interested in hardware, an emphasis on detector testing or data acquisition development is required, as well as familiarity with the Java programming language.

Further information about IceCube may be found at [pranala luar disembunyikan, sila masuk atau daftar.]. Detailed job information inquiries (but not applications) may be directed to Prof. Albrecht Karle at [email protected] or Dr. Paolo Desiati at [email protected] with cc: to [email protected].

For full consideration, applications should include a curriculum vitae, a list of publications and contact details for three referees, who should send letters of reference directly. Applications and letters of reference must be sent to Frances Culwell at [email protected]. Electronic submission is preferred. Positions are available immediately and will remain open until suitable candidates are found.
Contact

Frances Culwell, University of Wisconsin-Madison (IceCube Project), IceCube Project, Madison, WI, , United States
E-mail: [email protected]
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