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Max Planck Institute for Nuclear Physics

Postdoctoral Position in Experimental Particle Physics and ATLAS Muon Detectors Max Planck Institute for Physics in Germany

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Experimental Physics

Funding

Salary and benefits are according to the German public service pay scale (TVöD Bund). The contract is initially limited to two years and may be extended in accordance with German law and available funding.

Deadline

Oct 31, 2026

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Germany

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Max Planck Institute for Nuclear Physics

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About this position

Max Planck Institute for Physics (Werner Heisenberg Institute) in Garching, Germany is advertising a postdoctoral position in experimental particle physics within the ATLAS muon and gaseous detector group.

The group works on the ATLAS muon spectrometer, upgrades for the High-Luminosity LHC, assembly/installation/commissioning of small-diameter drift-tube and resistive plate chambers, and development of gaseous detectors and electronics for future colliders. The research program also includes ATLAS data analysis focused on Higgs boson properties and searches for physics beyond the Standard Model.

The successful candidate is expected to take leading roles in detector installation and commissioning, and may also contribute to detector and front-end electronics development, ATLAS analysis, and teaching at the university. A PhD in particle physics and experience with particle detector operation are required.

The appointment is initially for two years, with possible extension depending on German law and available funding. Salary and benefits follow the German public service pay scale (TVöD Bund).

Applications must be submitted online by 2026-10-31. Applicants should provide a cover letter, CV, publication list, and statement of research interests, and arrange for three referees to send reference letters directly to the contact person.

Funding details

Salary and benefits are according to the German public service pay scale (TVöD Bund). The contract is initially limited to two years and may be extended in accordance with German law and available funding.

What's required

A PhD in particle physics is required. Experience with the operation of particle detectors is required. The candidate should be prepared to take leading roles in installation and commissioning of ATLAS muon detector upgrades, and may participate in detector/front-end electronics development, ATLAS data analysis, and teaching.

How to apply

Apply online via the application portal by 31 October 2026. Submit an application letter, CV, list of publications, and statement of research interests. Arrange for three referees to send reference letters directly to Anja Schielke by email.

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