Research Associate in Particle Astrophysics

4 weeks ago


Manchester, United Kingdom The University of Manchester Full time

The Particle Physics group at the University of Manchester has a vacancy for a Postdoctoral Research Associate working on the DarkSide-20k direct dark matter detection experiment and on sensitivity studies and detector development for future liquid argon-based dark matter facilities. The Manchester DarkSide group has strong interest in preparations for exploitation of first data from DarkSide-20k in the search for dark matter, and expansion of the long-term DarkSide-20k science programme. Manchester holds key responsibilities for assembly and testing of 25% of the total silicon photosensor instrumentation for DarkSide-20k, for development of efficient light simulations for large argon volumes, and for characterisation and modelling of anomalous low energy backgrounds that can otherwise limit low-mass dark matter search potential.

**What you will get in return**:

- Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
- Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
- Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
- Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
- Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Our University is positive about flexible working you can find out more here

Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.

Any CVs submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.

**Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews**:
**Name**: Darren Price

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**Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.



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