Professor in Theoretical Particle Physics

Applications are invited for the position of Professor in Theoretical Particle Physics.

We are seeking to appoint a theoretical particle physicist with an excellent research record in the field of Beyond the Standard Model phenomenology. An ability to develop projects with links to the experimental activities in the Particle Physics Group is highly desirable.

At Manchester, you will join the Particle Physics Group in the Department of Physics and Astronomy (P&A). The Group supports a broad research programme in both experimental and theoretical particle physics. The theoretical research is carried out by 7 academic staff, 9 postdoctoral researchers and fellows and 14 PhD students working across a diverse range of topics including QCD, BSM model building, effective field theories, CP violation, neutrino physics, Higgs physics, quantum field theory, astrophysics and cosmology. Our experimental research spans the energy frontier (ATLAS, FCC), quark flavour (LHCb, BES-III), lepton flavour (g-2, Mu2e), neutrino physics (DUNE, MicroBooNE, SBND, SuperNEMO) and the dark sector (Darkside-50, Darkside-20k, FASER). The group has recently provided the spokespersons of LHCb, DUNE, g-2 and MicroBooNE.

Application forms and further particulars are available at www.manchester.ac.uk/jobs. Alternatively, a hard copy can be requested from Human Resources, Tel: +44 (0) 161 275 4499, Email: hrservices@manchester.ac.uk Along with your application, you should submit a single file containing your CV, list of publications, a research vision statement (max 2 pages), a teaching statement (max 2 pages) and the names of three referees.

The closing date for applications is 31/01/2025

The Department of Physics and Astronomy is committed to promoting Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Access through contributing to the University’s social responsibility agenda, demonstrating a commitment to its policies, activities and delivery of initiatives including the Athena SWAN charter for promoting women’s careers in STEMM subjects (science, technology, engineering, mathematics and medicine) in higher education. The Department has held JUNO Champion status since 2016 for its commitment to achieving gender equality which positively promotes inclusivity for all.

As an equal-opportunities employer we welcome applicants from diverse career paths and backgrounds and from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation and transgender status. Appointment will be made on merit and equal opportunities data completed by applicants will not be accessible by the Recruiting Manager and panel.

We support applications from those returning from a career break and are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements.

For further information, please visit http://www.physics.manchester.ac.uk/about-us/equality-and-diversity/

What you will get in return:

• Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
• Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
• Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
• Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Our University is positive about flexible working you can find out more here

Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.

Any recruitment enquiries from recruitment agencies should be directed to People.Recruitment@manchester.ac.uk.

Any CV’s submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Name: Jeffrey Forshaw / Chris Parkes

Email: jeffrey.forshaw@manchester.ac.uk / chris.parkes@manchester.ac.uk

General enquiries:

Email: People.recruitment@manchester.ac.uk

Technical support:

https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home

This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.

Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.