Research Associate in Antihydrogen Physics

Job title:

Research Associate in Antihydrogen Physics

Company

University of Manchester

Job description

Applications are invited for the position of Research Associate in Antihydrogen PhysicsWe are seeking to appoint a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the field of antihydrogen physics to develop new Penning Trap techniques for use in improving accuracy of precision atomic physics measurements involving determination of magnetic field systematics. The successful applicant is expected to have practical experience in performing precision measurements of trapped charged particles in Penning traps. The candidate should ideally have analytical and computational skills sufficient to model and design next-generation traps for use in the ALPHA experiment. The role be largely experimental in nature, and based at CERN in SwitzerlandThe ALPHA experiment at CERN addresses a key challenge in physics – understanding the disparities between matter and antimatter that have shaped our matter-dominated universe. Focused on precise atomic physics measurements, the project aims to uncover minute differences between trapped antihydrogen and hydrogen atoms. In the realm of antimatter gravitation and spectroscopic studies, achieving the highest precision demands meticulous control and understanding of the magnetic environment.The magnetic fields used for trapping antihydrogen atoms for both spectroscopy and gravitational study pose a unqiue challeng to accurately determing physical quantities of interest. Presently, ALPHA employs on-axis magnetometry techniques based on electron cyclotron resonance. This project aims to develop off-axis magnetometry and time resolve magnetometry for use in improving our global knowledge of the magnetic fields in both active ALPHA experiments. The techniques developed will be used directly in experimental campaigns for ALPHA’s spectroscopy and gravitational measurements, as well as inform the design of Penning traps for use in next-generation ALPHA traps.Based at CERN, this experimental initiative involves manipulating trapped electron plasmas for use as magnetometers. The successful candidate will also actively contribute to the broader ALPHA physics program, encompassing gravitational measurements and general spectroscopy campaigns.Qualifications for the role include substantial experimental experience with trapped ions or leptons, particularly in the realm of precision physics measurements, including both frequency and phase measurements of charged particle motions in these traps. Proficiency in charged-particle simulation environments like GPT, Opera, and COMSOL, as well as expertise in laboratory control software such as LabVIEW, is expected.The Department of Physics and Astronomy is committed to promoting Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Access through contributing to the University’s social responsibility agenda, demonstrating a commitment to its policies, activities and delivery of initiatives including the Athena SWAN charter for promoting women’s careers in STEMM subjects (science, technology, engineering, mathematics and medicine) in higher education. The Department has held JUNO Champion status since 2016 for its commitment to achieving gender equality which positively promotes inclusivity for all. As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from diverse career paths and backgrounds and from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation and transgender status. Appointment will be made on merit.For further information, please visit http://www.physics.manchester.ac.uk/about-us/equality-and-diversity/Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out more hereBlended working arrangements may be consideredPlease note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:Name: William BertscheEmail: [email protected]General enquiries:Email: [email protected]Technical support:Jobtrain: 0161 850 2004 https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/homeThis vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.

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Location

United Kingdom

Job date

Sat, 08 Feb 2025 23:21:52 GMT

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