Research Associate in Theoretical Particle Physics
Competition 818
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Description
This position is a part of the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta (AASUA).
In accordance with the Trust/Research Academic Staff Agreement, this position offers a comprehensive benefits package found on our Benefits Overview page. This position has 40.5 hours per week with a prorated salary range of $53,840 - $67,307. This position has a term length of 12 months starting from July 1, 2024.
Location
Work primarily takes place at North Campus Edmonton.
Working for the University of Alberta
The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages, and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.
The University of Alberta is teeming with change makers, community builders, and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to more than 40,000 students in 200+ undergraduate and 500+ graduate programs, over 13,000 faculty and staff, 260,000 alumni worldwide and have been recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers for over a decade.
Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people—from our students and stakeholders to our renowned researchers and innovators who are quite literally curing diseases, making discoveries, and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger, and more just.
Working for the Department of Physics
The Department of Physics offers research opportunities in several disciplines, including Astronomy and Astrophysics, Biophysics, Computational Physics, Condensed Matter Physics, Cosmology and Gravity Physics, Geophysical Sciences, Global Geodynamics and Seismology, Particle Physics (Experimental and Theoretical branches), Plasma Physics and Space Physics.
Position
Prof. A. Penin’s particle theory group is recruiting for a part-time Research Associate to assist with a project involving high-precision calculation in a wide class of quantum field theory problems which are of primary phenomenological importance for current and future experiments.
Duties
- Carrying out high-level, complex research activities in theoretical particle physics
- Assisting in the writing of research papers, preparation of presentations and publications
- Presenting research results at seminars and scientific conferences
- Assisting with the preparation of research grant applications and contract proposals
- Supervising students
Minimum Qualifications
- PhD in Theoretical Particle Physics
- Several years of postdoctoral research experience
- Demonstrated strong background in high-order perturbative analysis in particle physics - a candidate has to be in command of modern effective field theory techniques including Soft Collinear Effective Theory, Nonrelativistic QCD, etc.
- Experience in the renormalization group analysis of high-energy processes at subleading power is highly desirable
- A high level of programming is also required
- The candidate’s experience in supervising master's and PhD students is considered an asset
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. If suitable Canadian citizens or permanent residents cannot be found, other individuals will be considered.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.
ApplyNote: This opportunity will be available until midnight May 31, 2024, Edmonton, Alberta local time.