Fysikum is one of the largest departments within the Faculty of Science at Stockholm University and conducts a wide range of fundamental research in experimental and theoretical physics.
The department has approximately 250 employees, of which 95 are PhD students. Many are internationally recruited. Fysikum is part of the AlbaNova University Center, which also houses the Department of Astronomy, the physics departments at the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH), and the Nordic Institute for Theoretical Physics (Nordita).
Fysikum and Stockholm University are affiliated with the Stockholm Dual Career Network (SDCN), which offers expat partners professional events, career support, and opportunities to build networks in their new city https://www.sdcn.se/.
For more information about us, please visit: https://www.su.se/fysikum/.
Project Description
The project concerns the direct detection of dark matter and other rare signals using the XENONnT experiment and the preparation for the next generation detector XLZD. XENONnT is a two-phase time projection chamber with liquid xenon located at LNGS, with an active mass of 5.9 tons, optimized to detect WIMPs with sensitivity to spin-independent cross-sections down to approximately 10⁻⁴⁸ cm². The low background levels and improved calibrations enable searches for low-energy electron recoil signals from axions, dark photons, and other candidates beyond the Standard Model. The detector also investigates coherent elastic neutrino scattering (CEνNS) and sets limits on neutrino magnetic moments as well as couplings between axions and electrons. XENONnT is part of the XLZD consortium, which aims to unite the expertise from the XENON, LUX-ZEPLIN, and DARWIN collaborations to create a next-generation dark matter observatory.
Stockholm University has extensive experience within XENON, holding leading positions in the operation of the experiment, development of photo sensors, data management, and statistical analysis.
Job Responsibilities
The postdoctoral researcher is expected to work in the areas of statistical data analysis including machine learning, Monte Carlo simulations, operation and calibration of the XENONnT detector, as well as potentially testing and characterizing photo sensors.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for employment as a postdoctoral researcher, a completed PhD or foreign degree deemed equivalent to a relevant PhD is required. The degree must be completed by the time the employment decision is made.
Assessment Criteria
It is advantageous if the PhD or equivalent has been completed no more than three years before the application deadline. If there are special reasons, an earlier degree may also be considered advantageous. Special reasons include leave due to illness, parental leave, trust assignments within trade unions, service in the total defense, or other similar circumstances, as well as clinical service or relevant service/assignments in the subject area.
In the appointment process, particular emphasis will be placed on scientific competence.
About the Employment
The position is full-time and is permanent, but for a minimum of two years and a maximum of three years, with the possibility of extension if there are special reasons. Start date is negotiable.
We Offer
With us, you will experience the dynamic interplay between higher education and research that makes Stockholm University an exciting and creative environment. You will work in an international setting and enjoy favorable conditions. The university is located in the National City Park with good connections to the city.
Stockholm University is committed to being a workplace free from discrimination and providing equal rights and opportunities for all.
Contact
For inquiries about the position, please contact Prof. Jan Conrad, phone 08-553 787 69, email:
[email protected].
Application
You apply for the position via Stockholm University's recruitment system. Please attach a personal letter and CV, as well as the requested documents in the application form. As an applicant, you are responsible for ensuring that your application is complete and submitted to the university by the application deadline.
Instructions for applicants can be found on the website: https://www.su.se/om-universitetet/jobba-på-su/att-söka-en-anställning.
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