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

Job Title:

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

Location:

Atlanta, Georgia

Regular/Temporary:
Regular

Full/Part Time:
Full-Time

Job

Georgia Tech is a top‑ranked public research university situated in the heart of Atlanta. The Institute serves more than 45,000 students through top‑ranked undergraduate, graduate, and executive programs across engineering, computing, science, business, design, and liberal arts. Faculty have attracted over $1.4 billion in research awards across diverse fields, and Georgia Tech ranks among the nation’s top 20 universities for research and development spending.

Mission:
To develop leaders who advance technology and improve the human condition.

• Students are our top priority.
• We strive for excellence.
• We thrive on diversity.
• We celebrate collaboration.
• We champion innovation.
• We safeguard freedom of inquiry and expression.
• We nurture the wellbeing of our community.
• We act ethically.
• We are responsible stewards.

The School of Physics currently has 56 academic faculty and its graduate program is ranked 21st in the nation. It has strengths in astrophysics, condensed matter, atomic, molecular, theoretical, optical physics, physics of living systems, nonlinear science, and soft matter physics. The student body includes more than 156 graduate students and over 240 undergraduate majors.

The Otte group and the Center for Relativistic Astrophysics invite 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, the Trinity Demonstrator, is ongoing and in its physics data‑taking phase for over a year, offering a timely opportunity to lead analyses and help define the next stage of the experiment.

This is a full‑time position (40 hours weekly).

• 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 successful 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.

• 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.

• 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 ).

Email:
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Subject line: PDoc Search

The Georgia Institute of Technology is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Institute is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all and complies with all applicable laws governing equal opportunity in the workplace and educational activities.

• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will not be required to drive.
• This role is not considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P‑Card).
• This position will not travel.
• This position does not require security clearance.

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.

Applications will be accepted until March 31, 2026, with a start date as early as June 1, 2026.

The candidate of choice will be required to pass a pre‑employment background screening. Background Screening Policy.