CareerPlan

Postdoctoral Scholar - Particle Astrophysics - Wissel Lab

Penn State University Park, USFull-time2026-10-22 → 2026-11-10
On-site

Core

Conduct research on experimental searches for highest energy neutrinos, multi-messenger, and particle astrophysics using the Hybrid Elevated Radio Observatory for Neutrinos (HERON).

Role type

Postdoctoral researcher (particle astrophysics)

Builds

Phased array system for HERON and novel instrumentation for UHE radio neutrino experiments

Domain

Particle astrophysics / Radio astronomy / High-energy physics

Required skills

Radio instrumentation, Particle astrophysics, Instrument development, Data analysis, Simulations, Field campaign operations

Preferred skills

Experience with radio instrumentation, Experience with particle astrophysics

Technologies

HERON, ARA, IceCube-Gen2, RNO-G, PUEO, PBR

Responsibilities

Develop novel instrumentation and expand experiment capabilities, Develop analysis techniques to calibrate instruments and enhance sensitivity, Conduct research through instrument development, analysis, simulations, and monitoring, Mentor junior scholars and conduct public outreach

Seniority

Postdoctoral Scholar