We are pleased to announce two open PhD positions within the ALICE group at the University of Silesia in Katowice, Poland.

 

The positions focus on the following research topics:

 

Both projects are fully embedded within the ALICE physics program and offer the possibility to take leading roles in ongoing analyses, contribute to detector operations, and engage with future developments of the experiment. The group is actively involved in the ALICE outreach program and contributes to detector development, in particular the FIT system, offering students a unique combination of physics analysis and hands-on detector experience.

 

The positions come with fully funded scholarships and provide an excellent working environment in Katowice, a highly livable city with a low cost of living. The location is well connected internationally, with two nearby airports (Katowice - KTW and Kraków - KRK), and regular travel to CERN is an integral part of the program.

 

We place strong emphasis on close and continuous supervision, with the clear goal of enabling students to take ownership of their projects early on, while being fully supported at every stage of their development. Our approach is centered on helping students grow into confident, independent scientists, while maintaining a collaborative and supportive group atmosphere. Students will also be actively encouraged and supported to apply for national and international grants, strengthening both their experience and academic profile.

 

By the end of the PhD, students will have built a strong and competitive scientific profile, including leading contributions to physics analyses and publications within the ALICE collaboration, with opportunities for additional phenomenological work. They will develop advanced skills in Python and C++, machine learning, and large-scale scientific software development, with particular emphasis on contributions aligned with future developments such as ALICE 3. In parallel, students will gain experience in competitive grant applications, as well as strong presentation, communication, and broader professional skills.

 

The application window will be open from June 1st to June 12th, and the selected candidates are expected to start their PhD in Autumn.

 

Further details and application instructions can be found at:
https://us.edu.pl/szkola-doktorska/en/rekrutacja-na-rok-akademicki-2026-2027/topics

 

We are looking for motivated candidates with a strong interest in experimental particle physics and data analysis, who are eager to take an active role within ALICE and grow within an ambitious and supportive research environment.

 

Contact:

Szymon Puławski: szymon.pulawski@us.edu.pl

Simone Ragoni: simone.ragoni@cern.ch