The Physics Division at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL) has an
opening for a Project Scientist in the Particle Data Group (PDG, see
http://pdg.lbl.gov). The PDG publishes the biennial Review of Particle
Physics, a comprehensive summary of high-energy physics as well as related
areas of cosmology and astrophysics. The Review is the most cited
publication in high-energy physics.
The primary responsibility of the successful candidate will be to improve
and maintain the PDG software. This includes working on the algorithms for
evaluating particle physics data and producing the Review, the development
of new web applications, and enhancing existing applications. Development
of apps for making PDG products available on smart phones and tablets is
also planned. The successful candidate will interact with the members of
the international PDG collaboration and will be expected to stay current in
the fields of physics and software development.
The PDG software consists of programs to evaluate particle physics data and
produce the Review of Particle Physics, and of web pages and a set of web
applications. These web applications are used both by thousands of users to
access the data published by PDG, and by about 200 PDG collaborators who
use them to update the contents of the Review. A description of the PDG
software can be found at http://pdg.lbl.gov/rpp/encoders/PDG-CHEP2010v1.pdf .
Applicants must have a Ph.D. or comparable experience in particle physics
or a related area. Extensive experience in programming in modern languages
such as Java, JavaScript, Python or C++ is required. A good understanding
of particle physics and of the statistical methods used is required. The
individual must have good communication skills and be able to work
effectively in a team environment.
Further desirable qualifications include experience with: designing and
implementing modern software for web applications; scientific typesetting;
modern software development tools and libraries; using and designing
relational databases; iOS or Android app development; migrating legacy
Fortran code to modern software languages.
The initial appointment will be as a Project Scientist for a two-year term.
The position may be extended subject to performance and the availability of
funding. A background check is required for all LBNL hires.
How to Apply: Please visit https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/4977 to
create a profile and submit the requested application materials. Note that
applications can only be made via this Academic Jobs Online URL. For
inquiries please contact Juerg Beringer (jberinger@lbl.gov). For full
consideration, all application materials must be submitted by December 5,
2014.
Requested application materials:
- Curriculum vitae.
- A brief description of a recent primary contribution to a software
project.
- Arrange for three letters of reference to be submitted by the application
deadline via the Academic Jobs Online URL above.
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory is located in the hills above the UC
Berkeley Campus. We offer competitive salaries and an outstanding benefits
package.
LBNL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to
race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age or protected
veteran status. For further information on the Lab and benefits please
visit our website at http://www.lbl.gov.