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Lead Experimental Particle Physicist(m/w/x)

Genf
Full-timeWith Home OfficeSenior

Leading FCC-ee experimental program at CERN, focusing on beam-induced backgrounds and machine-detector interface. PhD or equivalent experience in experimental particle physics required. 30 days paid leave, comprehensive health insurance, and family allowances.

Requirements

  • PhD or equivalent relevant experience in Experimental Particle Physics
  • Provision of two reference letters
  • Proficiency in particle physics data analysis
  • Proficiency in detector simulation
  • Proficiency in collider experimental environment in e+e- collisions
  • Full knowledge of FCC-ee precision physics programme
  • Full knowledge of implications on detector performance
  • Agility with programming languages (python, C++)
  • Agility with HEP software tools (ROOT, GuineaPig, BIB Monte-Carlo codes)
  • Proven experience with supervision
  • Proven experience with team coordination
  • Familiarity in detector design and prototyping
  • Familiarity in machine-detector interface studies
  • Familiarity with large scale computing infrastructures (e.g. Condor)
  • Familiarity with workflow management systems
  • Electroweak precision measurements with collider data
  • Analysis and interpretation of experimental data
  • Analysis and optimisation of detector performance
  • Simulation, design and development of detectors
  • Knowledge and application of physics reconstruction techniques
  • Knowledge and application of statistical methods
  • Knowledge and application of numerical mathematical methods
  • Structured and organised approach towards work
  • Ability to set priorities and plan tasks with results in mind
  • Willingness to share knowledge and expertise freely
  • Willingness to coach others for knowledge transfer
  • Delivering presentations in a structured and clear way
  • Ability to adjust presentation style and content to audience
  • Responding calmly and confidently to questions
  • Ability to assimilate large quantities of information
  • Ability to identify key issues
  • Ability to formulate conclusions clearly and concisely
  • Ability to convey and instill energy, enthusiasm, and ownership of CERN goals
  • Spoken and written English
  • Commitment to learn French

Tasks

  • Lead research and development for FCC-ee experimental program
  • Focus on beam-induced backgrounds and machine–detector interface
  • Optimize detectors for precision measurements at the Z pole
  • Supervise integration of realistic background conditions in simulations
  • Develop scalable workflows for computing resources
  • Run large-scale beam-induced background simulations
  • Quantify background sources and their effects on detectors
  • Design strategies to mitigate backgrounds with experts
  • Determine key parameters from experimental data
  • Define requirements for detector alignment and calibration
  • Contribute to FCC-ee detector technology design
  • Perform hands-on work on prototypes and test-beam experiments
  • Foster collaboration between physicists, engineers, and software specialists
  • Present results in internal and international meetings
  • Contribute to scientific publications and technical reports

Work Experience

  • approx. 4 - 6 years

Education

  • Doctoral / PhD

Languages

  • EnglishNative
  • FrenchBasic

Tools & Technologies

  • python
  • C++
  • ROOT
  • GuineaPig
  • BIB Monte-Carlo codes
  • Condor

Benefits

More Vacation Days

  • 30 days paid leave
  • 2 weeks annual closure

Healthcare & Fitness

  • Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement Plans

  • CERN Pension Fund membership

Additional Allowances

  • Family, child and infant monthly allowances
  • Relocation package
  • Installation grant
  • Removal expenses
  • Travel expenses
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