Postdoctoral Research Fellow, LHCb Group, Department of Physics, College of Arts and Sciences
University of Cincinnati
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UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC?s success. Job OverviewThe LHCb Group in the Department of Physics within the University of Cincinnati?s College of Arts & Sciences invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow position whose primary responsibilities will be software research, development, and deployment in support of the LHCb experiment at CERN.
Faculty research directions within the LHCb Group at the University of Cincinnati include studies of flavor physics (b- and charmed-hadron physics), exotica, QCD, and electro-weak physics. A recent Postdoctoral Research Fellow also took a leading role in LHCb's heavy ion program. The selected candidate will be expected to make substantial contributions to software research, development, deployment & maintenance as part of LHCb's RTA Project (Real Time Analysis). The individual may also contribute to the DPA Project (Data Processing and Analysis). It is anticipated that the selected candidate will be based at CERN. Essential Functions
Required EducationCandidates should have a Ph.D. in experimental particle physics or a closely related area. Required ExperienceAnalysis of particle physics data sets Expert knowledge of C++ Expert knowledge of Python Effective communication skills, both oral and written. Additional Qualifications ConsideredKnowledge of CUDA. Knowledge of PyTorch or a similar deep learning framework Experience writing software trigger infrastructure. Experience mentoring more junior researchers Physical Requirements/Work Environment
Application ProcessIn addition to the online application, interested candidates should submit: A cover letter with no more than one page; A current curriculum vitae including a list of up to 10 publications. A statement describing research interests (up to three pages). Applicants should arrange to have at least three letters of reference sent separately to ucphysics@ucmail.uc.edu. Review of applications will begin on November 3,2025, and will continue until the position is filled. Interested candidates should contact Prof. Michael Sokoloff (mike.sokoloff@uc.edu) for more information on the position. Compensation and Benefits UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits Link) Highlights include:
Comprehensive Tuition Remission UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university. Robust Retirement Plans As a UC employee, you won?t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you?ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14?18% of your salary based on position. Real Work-Life Balance UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including: Vacation and sick time 11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days) 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents Additional Benefits Include:
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