Postdoctoral Position in Neutrino Astrophysics

The Otte group (otte.gatech.edu) at the School of Physics and the Center for Relativistic Astrophysics (CRA) at the Georgia Institute of Technology invites applications for a postdoctoral position to work on the Trinity Neutrino Observatory, a next-generation experiment designed to detect ultra‑high‑energy neutrinos using air‑shower imaging telescopes. Trinity targets earth‑skimming tau neutrinos above ~1 PeV through imaging of upward‑going air showers near the horizon.

The first phase of the project, the Trinity Demonstrator, is ongoing and has been in its physics data‑taking phase for over a year, providing a timely opportunity to lead analyses while helping define the next stage of the experiment.

We seek a highly motivated candidate to play a central role in advancing Trinity’s analysis and simulation program. The successful candidate will:

• Lead the Monte Carlo simulation framework and analysis software development.
• Lead analyses of Demonstrator data and drive publication efforts.
• Help define the science reach, sensitivity projections, and performance requirements of Trinity One.

In addition, the candidate is expected to develop a strong and visible research program that connects Trinity’s neutrino observations with the broader multi‑messenger landscape, including gamma‑ray, gravitational‑wave, and cosmic‑ray observatories.

The initial appointment is for one year, with the possibility of extension for up to five years, contingent upon positive performance review and availability of funding.

Applicants must have:

• A Ph.D. in Astroparticle Physics, High‑Energy Physics, Astrophysics, or a closely related field.
• Substantial experience in simulation and data analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently within a collaborative research environment.

Experience with air‑shower simulations, neutrino physics, statistical inference, detector modeling, or large‑scale computing frameworks is highly desirable.

The Center for Relativistic Astrophysics provides a vibrant multi‑messenger research environment with experimental programs including CTA, Ice Cube, LIGO, and Trinity, alongside strong theoretical efforts in high‑energy astrophysics, cosmology, and numerical relativity. Postdoctoral researchers will have the opportunity to collaborate with these various programs and also participate in center‑wide activities and interdisciplinary projects.

The successful candidate will join Professor Nepomuk Otte’s research group, which is active in neutrino astrophysics (Trinity), very‑high‑energy gamma‑ray astronomy (CTA), and advanced detector R&D, including GaN‑based single‑photon sensors.

• Cover letter
• Statement of research interests (maximum two pages)
• Curriculum vitae including publication list
• Names and contact information for three references

Applications will be accepted until 4/15/2026, with a start date as early as 6/1/2026.

Applications should be submitted at: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./31763