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    DUNE Photon Detector Research Assistant

    Engineering, United StatesPart-timePosted 2mo ago
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    Job Description

    Full Consideration Date: July 12, 2026

    Brief Work Unit Description:

    Support CSU responsibilities for far detector photon detector assembly and testing.

    Essential Job Duties:

    • Assisting to set up and commission the vertical drift photon detector test setup.

    • Develop test protocols to follow during testing of PD modules.

    • Analize data collected during testing and certifying results.

    • Integrating testing into the DUNE Hardware Database.

    • Providing support in other general detector assembly and development activities as directed.

    Minimum Qualifications:

    BA in Physics or equivalent

    Preferred Qualifications:

    Familiarity with Silicon Photomultipliers 9SiPMs, high-speed analog and digital electronics, experience working with liquid cryogens

    Salary Range

    $22/hr

    Required Application Documents

    To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

    No Documents Required

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    Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

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    Background Check Policy Statement

    Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

    EEO

    Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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