Research and teaching conducted at the Department of Physics (www.physics.kth.se) spans from frontline topics in basic science (atomic, nuclear, particle and astroparticle physics) to more applied areas such as medical imaging, reactor physics, reactor technology and nuclear power safety.

The particle and astroparticle physics group conducts research at the ATLAS experiment at the CERN LHC. At present the main activities are measurements of the Higgs boson and searches for Supersymmetry. The group is also involved in astroparticle physics experiments studying antiparticles and X-rays mainly using the Fermi satellite, and PoGOLite – a balloon-borne mission for polarisation studies. For more information, please see www.particle.kth.se. The group is a member of The Oskar Klein Centre for Cosmoparticle Physics, okc.albanova.se, and collaborates with groups at Stockholm University located in the same building.

Job description

The particle physics group at KTH is involved in the ATLAS experiment at CERN, having contributed to the discovery and subsequent measurements of the Higgs boson and in searches for Supersymmetry. The group consists of two faculty members and one graduate student. We have made significant contributions to the design, construction and commissioning of the Liquid Argon calorimeter pre-sampler and are currently pursuing upgrade projects for the ATLAS forward calorimeters.

The research activity for the PhD student will mainly be data analysis and physics interpretation of results from the ATLAS-experiment, but also to some extent detector development for future upgrades of the experiment. The group, which has its premises at the AlbaNova buildings in the Stockholm Campus area, has extensive collaboration with other groups, among them the Stockholm University group located in the same building, which contributes to a stimulating research environment. Part of the research time will be spent at CERN.

A Ph. D. position is 4 years in duration with the possibility to extend up to a maximum of 5 years. Up to 20% departmental duties (e.g. teaching) may be included in the position.

Qualifications

Applicants should hold (or be close to obtain) a Master of Science in Physics or Engineering Physics, including a solid background in physics, and demonstrate an interest in experimental particle physics. Experience from a relevant Master’s Thesis project, especially concerning relevant data analysis or simulation work, is considered meritorious. Experience in computer programming is desirable. The applicant should be highly motivated by basic research and enjoy working as part of a team. Since the project is a part of an international collaboration good oral and written communication skills in English are required.

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Application

Log into KTH’s recruitment system in order to apply to this position. You are the main responsible to ensure that your application is complete according to the ad. Your complete application must be received at KTH no later than the last day of application.

Application shall include the following documents in PDF:

1. Personal statement of research interests.
2. CV. Please do not send copies of papers, theses, etc. but do include links in your CV.
3. Academic transcripts.
4. Up to three letters of recommendation.

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