Researcher in experimental hadron physics

Do you want to work with cutting-edge research in hadron physics and particle tracking with the Belle II experiment in Japan, together with competent and friendly colleagues in an international environment? Do you want to get the chance to take your own initiatives while contributing to training a new generation of researchers? Then you are welcome to apply for a permanent position as a researcher at Uppsala University.

One of the greatest challenges in modern physics is to understand the strong force that binds quarks and gluons into hadrons, such as protons and neutrons. This is the overarching question in hadron physics, a broad and dynamic field of research.

Our research group is internationally renowned for our pioneering studies of hyperons – the proton’s heavier and unstable sibling – and for our scientific and technical contributions to international experiments such as BESIII in China and the future PANDA in Germany. Currently, the Belle II experiment in Japan is our main focus. We study how hyperons form and decay, and we are particularly interested in their spin properties. One challenge is to reconstruct the complex decay chains of hyperons in the detector and the tracks they give rise to. Our group is working on developing algorithms for this purpose – using both classical techniques and modern machine learning.

Duties

This researcher will work with particle tracking and hyperon physics within Belle II, both through their own projects and by supervising students and doctoral students. Leadership assigments and service tasks within both the local group and Belle II are also included, as well as some administrative tasks. Activities that promote a continued research career are encouraged – for example, by applying for grants for independent projects and through further education. If interested, there are opportunities to teach.

Requirements

We are looking for a person who has a PhD in physics, is a specialist in hadron physics and has experience in particle tracking. Furthermore, the person should have experience either in Belle II or in hyperon physics (for example hyperon structure, spectroscopy or decay studies). Since the researcher will participate in doctoral supervision, they needs to have demonstrated independence as a researcher through their own physics projects. Good oral and written proficiency in English is necessary, as well as the ability to function in a group.

Additional qualifications

Experience in leadership and student supervision is desirable.

The application should contain

Personal letter (1 page), CV (2 pages without list of publications), list of publications, a 6-page account of the applicant’s research activities where previous research and future plans are presented, a copy of the PhD degree and finally a list of reference persons including their contact details.

About the employment

The employment is not time-limited (probationary period may be applied) and is full time. Starting date according to agreement. The location is the Ångström laboratory.

For further information about the position, please contact: Karin Schönning, karin.schonning@physics.uu.se

Please submit your application by 9 June 2025, UFV-PA 2025/1145.

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