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Research Associate/Senior Research Associate: Particle Physics (ATLAS Experiment) - 0375-26-R
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Research Associate/Senior Research Associate: Particle Physics (ATLAS Experiment) - 0375-26-R
Research Associate/Senior Research Associate: Particle Physics (ATLAS Experiment)
Physics Location: Bailrigg, Lancaster, UK Salary: £33,002 to £37,694 (Full-Time/Indefinite with End Date) Closing Date: Tuesday 07 July 2026 Interview Date: To be confirmed Reference: 0375-26-R
Overview of the Project
We are seeking to appoint a (Senior) Post-doctoral Research Associate for the Lancaster ATLAS group, commencing from 1 July 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.
The Lancaster ATLAS group consists of five academic staff, Ph.D. students, and postdoctoral researchers. The group specialises in:
- Data analysis in the Standard Model, Higgs, Top, B-Physics, and light states working groups.
- Major contributions to ATLAS Computing and Data Preparation activities.
You will play a key role in:
- Precision measurements in top quark or single vector boson production final states.
- Mentoring Lancaster Ph.D. students in related analyses.
- Participation in computing/data preparation activities and performance studies.
Role Responsibilities
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As part of our ATLAS group, your responsibilities will include:
- Analysis of data from the ATLAS experiment.
- Work with the ATLAS Combined Performance group and technical contributions to ATLAS Computing or Data Preparation.
- Supervision of Lancaster Ph.D. students working on the ATLAS experiment.
- Supervision or co-supervision of summer/undergraduate projects linked to the group.
- Contribution to grant applications supporting ATLAS experiment work.
- Writing internal ATLAS documentation of your research.
- Publication of results in peer-reviewed academic journals.
- Presentation of findings at:
- International conferences.
- ATLAS meetings (virtual/in-person).
- Lancaster group meetings.
About You
We are looking for strong candidates with:
- A PhD (or near completion) in experimental particle physics.
- Experience analysing data from particle physics experiments.
- Collaborative experience with international experimental physicist teams.
- Advanced computing skills and proficiency in particle physics software.
- Excellent scientific communication and presentation abilities.
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Why Work With Us?
University Highlights
- Consistently ranked in the top 10 UK universities.
- Located on a beautiful campus near the Lake District National Park.
Work-Life Balance & Inclusion
- Family-friendly and flexible working policies.
- Committed to the Athena SWAN Charter, promoting gender equality.
- Strong commitment to diversity, including age, religion, disability, gender identity, race, and sexual orientation.
Support & Networks
- Wide range of employee benefits and support networks.
- Policies and facilities shaped for a family-friendly workplace.
Enquiries & Contacts
Informal inquiries can be directed to:
- Dr James Ferrando – j.ferrando@lancaster.ac.uk
- Professor Roger Jones – roger.jones@lancaster.ac.uk
For more details, visit: Apply Online or further reading material (Job Description, Person Specification).
Lancaster University embraces equality, diversity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds.
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