The UCL High Energy Physics group is seeking an outstanding PhD particle physicist to take up a leading role in physics analysis with the NOvA data and to make significant contributions to the development of the DUNE experiment. Our physics interests are focused on the search for CP violation in the lepton sector and precision measurements of neutrino mixing.

The UCL HEP group consists of around 80 staff and students, and provides an exciting and supportive research environment with involvement in particle phenomenology, neutrino experiments, direct Dark Matter searches, Particle Astrophysics, lepton sector experiments, accelerator R&D and Data Intensive Science via our Centre for Doctoral Training. The primary purpose of the role is to participate in NOvA data analysis and research and development activities within DUNE.

The successful candidate will lead UCL’s contribution to the NOvA neutrino oscillation data analysis effort and contribute to the development of the DUNE simulation, reconstruction, and oscillation analysis.

This position is funded for 2 years in the first instance, with the possibility of extension.

Candidates will need to upload a CV (including a list of publications), a statement of research interests and plans (3 pages maximum), and the contact information for three references. Applicants should arrange for three letters of reference to be emailed to Dr Chris Backhouse by the application deadline.

Informal inquiries regarding the vacancy can be made to Dr Chris Backhouse, c.backhouse@ucl.ac.uk.