Postdoctoral Fellow in Neutrino Astrophysics Position School of Physics - Otte Research Group

Location

Atlanta, Georgia

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. This is a full‑time position, 40 hours weekly. Georgia Tech prides itself on its technological resources, collaborations, high‑quality student body, and its commitment to building an outstanding community of learning, discovery, and creation.

We strongly encourage applicants whose values align with our institutional values. These values include academic excellence, freedom of expression and inquiry, innovation, collaboration, and ethical behavior and stewardship. Georgia Tech has policies to promote a healthy work‑life balance and is aware that attracting faculty may require meeting the needs of two careers.

• 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 Trinitys neutrino observations with the broader multi‑messenger landscape, including gamma‑ray, gravitational‑wave, and cosmic‑ray observatories.

• 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 ability to promote a welcoming educational/work environment.
• The ability to engage students in experiential learning activities and pedagogy that support student success.

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

Application materials should be submitted as PDF files only via Georgia Tech's Careers portal, Job .

Applications and inquiries should be sent to: otte
Subject line: PDoc Search

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