Doctoral and Postdoctoral Researcher: The Helsinki Institute of Physics invites applications for a Doctoral Researcher and Postdoctoral Researcher position in Experimental Particle Physics. The successful candidates will join the HIP CMS experiment group, working on cutting-edge research related to jet energy corrections in high-energy physics.
Doctoral and Postdoctoral Researcher in Experimental Particle Physics
Designation:
- Doctoral Researcher
- Postdoctoral Researcher
Table:
| Position | Contract Duration | Location | Salary (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Doctoral Researcher | Until 31.08.2029 | University of Helsinki, Finland | €2700 – €2900/month |
| Postdoctoral Researcher | Until 31.08.2029 | University of Helsinki, Finland | €3800 – €4000/month |
Research Area:
Experimental Particle Physics, specifically in the CMS experiment at CERN, focusing on jet energy corrections (JEC), calibration workflows, and machine learning methods for high-energy physics.
Location:
University of Helsinki, Finland
Eligibility/Qualification:
For Doctoral Researcher:
- Recently completed MSc degree in Experimental Particle Physics, Applied Physics, Computer Science, or closely related field.
- Willingness to pursue a PhD.
- Strong programming skills and experience with Linux; machine learning experience is a plus.
- Good communication skills in written and spoken English.
For Postdoctoral Researcher:
- Completed doctoral degree in Experimental Particle Physics or a closely related field.
- Expertise in jet energy corrections, calibration systems, and trigger systems is a plus.
- Strong programming skills and independent creative thinking ability.
- Excellent communication skills in written and spoken English.
Job Description:
- Doctoral Researcher:
- Implement online JEC calibration framework with DQM-type monitoring.
- Conduct physics analyses, including HLT scouting jet analysis and Higgs boson measurement.
- Spend 6-12 months at CERN to familiarize with the software environment and participate in data-taking.
- Postdoctoral Researcher:
- Develop and implement the JEC online calibration framework, focusing on global fit and validation.
- Conduct research, publish articles, supervise MSc/PhD students, and contribute to teaching in the Master’s Programme.
- Spend 6-12 months at CERN for implementation during the last data-taking months of LHC Run-3.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit:
- A motivation letter describing background, research interests, and ideas for the JEC4Prompt project.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- (Postdoctoral applicants) Publications list with five highlighted contributions.
- (Postdoctoral applicants) Doctoral degree diploma.
- (Doctoral applicants) Bachelor/Master degree certificates and transcripts with thesis topics and grades.
- 2-3 reference letters.
Applications should be submitted via the University of Helsinki Recruitment System by clicking the “Apply now” button.
Last Date to Apply:
- Full consideration will be given to applications submitted by August 15, 2025.
- The final deadline for applications is August 31, 2025.
