The particle physics group at the Université de Montréal is seeking a postdoctoral researcher in the field of particle astrophysics to join the ongoing PICO cold dark matter search experiment. PICO is an international, world leading experiment in the spin-dependent sector of WIMP searches. Its detection technique is based on the metastability of moderately superheated liquids and utilizes bubble chambers to search for dark matter signals produced by recoiling nuclei that induce observable phase transitions in the fluid. The PICO collaboration is presently operating a 40L experiment at SNOLAB and is preparing a new generation experiment, PICO500 with substantially increased active mass and sensitivity.
Candidates will have a recent PhD in experimental particle astrophysics, nuclear physics, particle physics or a related field. Demonstrated hardware experience and experience in data analysis is required. Ideally, candidates will also have research exposure to low background techniques. The successful candidate will play an important role in detector operation and the analysis of PICO results and will participate in the development of PICO500. The position is based at Montréal, but frequent and extended travel to SNOLAB in Sudbury will be required (www.snolab.ca). /> Candidates should submit their curriculum vitae before Febrary 10, 2017 and arrange to have three letters of recommendation sent to: