Two PhD Positions in Double Beta Decay Searches

Overview

The above position at the Institute of Physics at the Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (JGU) is to be filled. The institute hosts several experimental and theoretical working groups; the position is assigned to Prof. Sebastian Böser, Dr. Stefan Schoppmann, Prof. Alfons Weber and Prof. Michael Wurm as part of the NuDoubt++ Experiment.

NuDoubt++ is investigating positive (positron-emitting) double beta decays. The first PhD candidates' work will include the mechanical design and optimisation of the detector. The second PhD candidates' work will include the simulation and study of background and signal events for the purpose of sensitivity studies. More details about NuDoubt++ can be found at

NuDoubt++ is funded by the European Research Council and additionally part of the cluster of excellence PRISMA++ (“Precision Physics, Fundamental Interactions and Structure of Matter”), dedicated to exploring key questions of the fundamental constituents of matter and its cosmological implications. Aside from NuDoubt++, the institute is involved in other neutrino physics and particle detector endeavours like T2K, IceCube, JUNO, Project 8, DUNE and AM-OTech. The department is strongly involved in several activities in high energy physics (ATLAS, NA62, SHiP), dark matter searches (XENONnT, XLCD, MAGIX, DarkMESA and CASPEr), and detector R&D. All activities are supported by a well-equipped detector development laboratory, two local electron accelerators, and a local nuclear research reactor at the JGU.

Responsibilities

• have a master’s degree in physics or related fields and a good knowledge of particle physics,
• be able to work independently and as part of an international team,
• be able to travel internationally and to attend (online) meetings outside usual working hours, and
• be proficient in English.

Qualifications / Advantageous experience

• hardware, programming, engineering and/or data analysis experience, and
• prior knowledge of neutrino physics.

The Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz is aiming to increase the number of women among its scientific personnel and thus encourages women to apply. We have a diverse working group and recognise the strength in tapping into the largest pool of talent. We therefore encourage people to apply irrespective of sex, gender, race, age, nationality, or sexual orientation. Disabled applicants will be given preference, if equally qualified.

Application

Application for these positions is via the PhD call of the Mainz Physics Academy. Please refer to NuDoubt++ in your application. Details on how to apply can be found at .