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Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Quantum Measurements with the ATLAS experiment. The post is available initially for a fixed-term duration of 3 years and will start on 1 October 2025. The post is part of a John Templeton Foundation funded project which is exploring the foundations of quantum mechanics in high energy collisions. The successful candidate will take a leading role in one or more measurements sensitive to quantum mechanical phenomena with the ATLAS experiment at the Large Hadron Collider. The post-holder will have the opportunity to undertake public engagement activities and to teach. Applicants should hold a PhD, or be close to completion in physics or a related field and have a strong background in experimental collider physics. Previous experience with quantum measurements and/or public engagement would be an advantage. Candidates are expected to demonstrate a record of high-quality research in experimental particle physics, good communication skills, capacity to motivate and coordinate their work, and be willing to collaborate with colleagues in philosophy of physics. Please direct enquiries about the role to Prof Alan Barr (alan.barr@physics.ox.ac.uk) Only applications received before midday (UK time) 26th February 2025 can be considered. You will be required to upload a statement of research interests, CV and details of two referees as part of your online application. Applicants should ask the referees to send their letters of reference directly to ppadmin@physics.ox.ac.uk by the closing date (a letter by e-mail is sufficient).
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Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Quantum Measurements with the ATLAS experiment. The post is available initially for a fixed-term duration of 3 years and will start on 1 October 2025. The post is part of a John Templeton Foundation funded project which is exploring the foundations of quantum mechanics in high energy collisions. The successful candidate will take a leading role in one or more measurements sensitive to quantum mechanical phenomena with the ATLAS experiment at the Large Hadron Collider. The post-holder will have the opportunity to undertake public engagement activities and to teach. Applicants should hold a PhD, or be close to completion in physics or a related field and have a strong background in experimental collider physics. Previous experience with quantum measurements and/or public engagement would be an advantage. Candidates are expected to demonstrate a record of high-quality research in experimental particle physics, good communication skills, capacity to motivate and coordinate their work, and be willing to collaborate with colleagues in philosophy of physics. Please direct enquiries about the role to Prof Alan Barr (alan.barr@physics.ox.ac.uk) Only applications received before midday (UK time) 26th February 2025 can be considered. You will be required to upload a statement of research interests, CV and details of two referees as part of your online application. Applicants should **ask the referees to send their letters of reference directly to** **ppadmin@physics.ox.ac.uk by the closing date** (a letter by e-mail is sufficient).
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_________________________________________________________________________ Job Description and Selection Criteria Job title Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Quantum Measurements with ATLAS Division Mathematical Physical and Life Sciences Department Physics Location Denys Wilkinson Building, Oxford Grade and salary Grade 7: £38,674 – £46,913 (GB Pounds) per annum Hours Full time Contract type Fixed-term (36 months) starting on 01/10/2025 Reporting to Prof Alan Barr Vacancy reference 176805 Additional information Closing date – midday on 26th February 2025 Research topic Quantum measurements at the ATLAS experiment Principal Investigator / supervisor Prof Alan Barr Project team ATLAS group Project web site https:www2.physics.ox.ac.uk/research/atlas Funding partner The funds supporting this research project are provided by the John Templeton Foundation Recent publications See web page above The role The post-holder will be based Oxford or at CERN, and will be expected to take a leading role in the Oxford analysis activities on ATLAS data. This position is aimed at further strengthening the analysis efforts on measurements designed to be sensitive to quantum mechanical properties and processes. Oxford has a large enthusiastic group working on ATLAS, and is very active in analysis, software development and hardware maintenance. It also has a major effort on the upgrade programme for the inner tracker for phase-II running. This post is part of the “Quantum measurement, locality, and reality in high energy experiments” project, which is exploring the foundations of quantum mechanics at high energies. The project brings together collaborators in the University of Oxford’s Department of Physics and the Department of Philosophy, and is funded by the John Templeton Foundation. Responsibilities • Take a lead role in one or more of the measurements sensitive to quantum mechanical phenomena at ATLAS • Manage own academic research and administrative activities in connection with the ATLAS experiment. This involves small scale project management, to co-ordinate multiple aspects of work to meet deadlines • Participation in detector operations and maintenance as appropriate • Participation in the supervision of graduate students in the Oxford ATLAS group • Carry out collaborative projects with colleagues in partner institutions and research groups, including with the Philosophy of Physics group in the University of Oxford • Undertake any relevant training, as required • Test hypotheses and analyse scientific data from a variety of sources, reviewing and refining working hypotheses as appropriate • Enhance and/or develop new scientific techniques for making measurements at colliders • Collaborate in the preparation of scientific reports and journal articles and occasionally present papers and posters • Represent the research group at external meetings/seminars, and ATLAS meetings, either with other members of the group or alone • Contribute, as appropriate, to the delivery of a public engagement programme to schools • Other comparable duties as ay be required by the supervisor or Head of Department The post-holder will have the opportunity to teach. This may include lecturing, small group teaching, and tutoring of undergraduates and graduate students. Pre-employment screening 176805 JD and Person Spec Quantum ATLAS.doc 2 All offers of employment are made subject to standard pre-employment screening, as applicable to the post. If you are offered the post, you will be asked to provide proof of your right-to-work, your identity, and (if we haven’t done so already) we will contact the referees you have nominated. You will also be asked to complete a health declaration (so that you can tell us about any health conditions or disabilities so that we can discuss appropriate adjustments with you), and a declaration of any unspent criminal convictions. We advise all applicants to read the candidate notes on the University’s pre-employment screening procedures, found at: www.ox.ac.uk/about/jobs/preemploymentscreening/. Selection criteria The candidate must: • • • • • • hold, or be close to the completion of a doctorate (DPhil or PhD) in experimental particle physics or related field have a record of high-quality research in experimental particle physics that contributes to public results bring experience of presenting research orally including at conferences or workshops be willing to travel to Oxford and to CERN as the work requires show the capability to motivate and co-ordinate multiple aspects of their work to meet deadlines be willing to collaborate with colleagues in philosophy of physics on activities relevant to the project It would be useful if the candidate could: • • • • • • be experienced with the ATLAS analysis framework demonstrate experience of or interest in tests of the foundations of quantum mechanics have a record of drafting and editing papers in experimental particle physics bring experience of contributing to the running/calibration/maintenance of an LHC experiment demonstrate experience of or interest in public engagement with science demonstrate competency in co-supervising, or otherwise assisting, junior team members About the University of Oxford Welcome to the University of Oxford. We aim to lead the world in research and education for the benefit of society both in the UK and globally. Oxford’s researchers engage with academic, commercial and cultural partners across the world to stimulate high-quality research and enable innovation through a broad range of social, policy and economic impacts. We believe our strengths lie both in empowering individuals and teams to address fundamental questions of global significance, while providing all our staff with a welcoming and inclusive workplace that enables everyone to develop and do their best work. Recognising that diversity is our strength, vital for innovation and creativity, we aspire to build a truly diverse community which values and respects every individual’s unique contribution. While we have long traditions of scholarship, we are also forward-looking, creative and cuttingedge. Oxford is one of Europe's most entrepreneurial universities and we rank first in the UK for 176805 JD and Person Spec Quantum ATLAS.doc 3 university spin-outs, and in recent years we have spun out 15-20 new companies every year. We are also recognised as leaders in support for social enterprise. Join us and you will find a unique, democratic and international community, a great range of staff benefits and access to a vibrant array of cultural activities in the beautiful city of Oxford. For more information, please visit www.ox.ac.uk/about/organisation. Department of Physics Oxford Physics is one of the largest and most eminent departments in Europe – pursuing forefront research alongside training the next generation of leaders in Physics. With an academic staff of over one hundred our activities range from fundamental particles to the furthest reaches of the universe to manipulating matter on an atomic scale. Oxford physicists are probing new ways to harness solar energy, modelling the Earth's atmosphere to predict the future climate, exploring computation on the quantum scale and executing calculations that reveal the fundamental structure of space and time. Particle Physics Sub-department The post-holder will be based in the Particle Physics sub-department, which is one of the six sub-departments that together make up the Department of Physics; these are Astrophysics, Atomic and Laser Physics, Atmospheric, Oceanic and Planetary Physics, Condensed Matter Physics, Particle Physics and Theoretical Physics, with a seventh function (Central Physics) providing administrative and technical support to these sub-departments. Members of all subdepartments take part in research, teaching and matters such as examinations, discussion of syllabi, lectures and liaison with undergraduates and postgraduate students. The Oxford particle physics group is the largest university-based group in the UK, with 30 permanent academics, about 30 temporary academics, fellows and post-docs, 70 graduate students and 30 support staff. It is housed in the Denys Wilkinson Building with excellent electronics and mechanical workshops. Our research programme covers experiments at accelerators as well as in particle astrophysics. We are currently involved in the ATLAS and LHCb experiments at the LHC in both analyses of current data and preparation for detector upgrades. Other activities include the study of neutrino cross sections with MicroBooNE, measurement of neutrino oscillations with T2K, the preparation of HyperK and DUNE, the SNO+ experiment to measure solar neutrinos and search for neutrinoless double beta decay. We search for dark matter with LUX-ZEPLIN and prepare to study dark energy science with the Large Synoptic Survey Telescope. We have initiated a unique programme to search for ultralight dark matter with AION in Oxford and MAGIS at Fermilab. Research in accelerator physics is carried out within the John Adams Institute, including projects for future linear colliders, light sources and laser-plasma acceleration, and applications of accelerators to cancer therapy. For more information please visit: http://www2.physics.ox.ac.uk/ Mathematical, Physical & Life Sciences Division 176805 JD and Person Spec Quantum ATLAS.doc 4 The Mathematical, Physical and Life Sciences (MPLS) Division is one of the four academic divisions of the University of Oxford. The MPLS Division's 10 departments and 3 interdisciplinary units span the full spectrum of the mathematical, computational, physical, engineering and life sciences, and undertake both fundamental research and cutting-edge applied work. Our research addresses major societal and technological challenges and is increasingly focused on key interdisciplinary issues. We collaborate closely with colleagues in Oxford across the medical sciences, social sciences and humanities, and with other universities, research organisations and industrial partners across the globe in pursuit of innovative research geared to address critical and fundamental scientific questions. For more information please visit: http://www.mpls.ox.ac.uk/ Athena Swan Charter The Department of Physics holds a silver Athena Swan award to recognise advancement of gender equality: representation, progression and success for all. How to apply Applications are made through our online recruitment portal. Information about how to apply is available on our Jobs website https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/how-to-apply. Your application will be judged solely on the basis of how you demonstrate that you meet the selection criteria stated in the job description. As part of your application you will be asked to provide details of three referees and indicate whether we can contact them now. You will be asked to upload a CV and a supporting statement. The supporting statement must explain how you meet each of the selection criteria for the post using examples of your skills and experience. This may include experience gained in employment, education, or during career breaks (such as time out to care for dependants). Please list up to 10 publications to demonstrate your contributions. Applicants should ask the referees to send their letters of reference directly to ppadmin@physics.ox.ac.uk by the closing date (a letter by e-mail is sufficient). Not more than two of the three referees should be from the same institution and one should consider the selection criteria in the further particulars when writing their letters of reference, and to mark their letters "strictly confidential" if they do not wish the applicant to have automatic right of access Please upload all documents as PDF files with your name and the document type in the filename. All applications must be received by midday UK time on the closing date stated in the online advertisement. 176805 JD and Person Spec Quantum ATLAS.doc 5 Information for priority candidates A priority candidate is a University employee who is seeking redeployment because they have been advised that they are at risk of redundancy, or on grounds of ill-health/disability. Priority candidates are issued with a redeployment letter by their employing department(s). If you are a priority candidate, please ensure that you attach your redeployment letter to your application (or email it to the contact address on the advert if the application form used for the vacancy does not allow attachments). If you need help Application FAQs, including technical troubleshooting advice is available at: https://staff.web.ox.ac.uk/recruitment-support-faqs Non-technical questions about this job should be addressed to the recruiting department directly recruitment@physics.ox.ac.uk To return to the online application at any stage, please go to: www.recruit.ox.ac.uk. Please note that you will receive an automated email from our online recruitment portal to confirm receipt of your application. Please check your spam/junk mail if you do not receive this email. Important information for candidates Pre-employment screening Please note that the appointment of the successful candidate will be subject to standard preemployment screening, as applicable to the post. This will include right-to-work, proof of identity and references. We advise all applicants to read the candidate notes on the University’s preemployment screening procedures, found at: www.ox.ac.uk/about/jobs/preemploymentscreening/. Important information for candidates Data Privacy Please note that any personal data submitted to the University as part of the job application process will be processed in accordance with the GDPR and related UK data protection legislation. For further information, please see the University’s Privacy Notice for Job Applicants at: https://compliance.admin.ox.ac.uk/job-applicant-privacy-policy. The University’s Policy on Data Protection is available at: https://compliance.admin.ox.ac.uk/data-protection-policy. The University’s policy on retirement The University operates an Employer Justified Retirement Age (EJRA) for very senior research posts at grade RSIV/D35 and clinical equivalents E62 and E82, which with effect from 1 October 2023 will be 30 September before the 70th birthday. The justification for this is explained at: https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/the-ejra. For existing employees on these grades, any employment beyond the retirement age is subject to approval through the procedures: https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/the-ejra. There is no normal or fixed age at which staff in posts at other grades have to retire. Staff at these grades may elect to retire in accordance with the rules of the applicable pension scheme, as may be amended from time to time. Equality of opportunity Entry into employment with the University and progression within employment will be determined only by personal merit and the application of criteria which are related to the duties 176805 JD and Person Spec Quantum ATLAS.doc 6 of each particular post and the relevant salary structure. In all cases, ability to perform the job will be the primary consideration. No applicant or member of staff shall be discriminated against because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. 176805 JD and Person Spec Quantum ATLAS.doc 7 Benefits of working at the University Employee benefits University employees enjoy 38 days’ paid holiday, generous pension schemes, travel discounts, and a variety of professional development opportunities. Our range of other employee benefits and discounts also includes free entry to the Botanic Gardens and University colleges, and discounts at University museums. See https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/staff-benefits University Club and sports facilities Membership of the University Club is free for all University staff. The University Club offers social, sporting, and hospitality facilities. Staff can also use the University Sports Centre on Iffley Road at discounted rates, including a fitness centre, powerlifting room, and swimming pool. See www.club.ox.ac.uk and https://www.sport.ox.ac.uk/. Information for staff new to Oxford If you are relocating to Oxfordshire from overseas or elsewhere in the UK, the University's Welcome Service website includes practical information about settling in the area, including advice on relocation, accommodation, and local schools. See https://welcome.ox.ac.uk/ There is also a visa loan scheme to cover the costs of UK visa applications for staff and their dependants. See https://staffimmigration.admin.ox.ac.uk/visa-loan-scheme Family-friendly benefits With one of the most generous family leave schemes in the Higher Education sector, and a range of flexible working options, Oxford aims to be a family-friendly employer. We also subscribe to the Work+Family Space, a service that provides practical advice and support for employees who have caring responsibilities. The service offers a free telephone advice line, and the ability to book emergency back-up care for children, adult dependents and elderly relatives. See https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/my-family-care Childcare The University has excellent childcare services, including five University nurseries as well as University-supported places at many other private nurseries. For full details, including how to apply and the costs, see https://childcare.admin.ox.ac.uk/ Disabled staff We are committed to supporting members of staff with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further details, including information about how to make contact, in confidence, with the University’s Staff Disability Advisor, see https://edu.admin.ox.ac.uk/disability-support Staff networks The University has a number of staff networks including the Oxford Research Staff Society, BME staff network, LGBT+ staff network and a disabled staff network. You can find more information at https://edu.admin.ox.ac.uk/networks The University of Oxford Newcomers' Club The University of Oxford Newcomers' Club is an organisation run by volunteers that aims to assist the partners of new staff settle into Oxford, and provides them with an opportunity to meet people and make connections in the local area. See www.newcomers.ox.ac.uk. 176805 JD and Person Spec Quantum ATLAS.doc 8
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