Summer Physics Intern

Position Information

Classification TitleTemporary Hourly

Employment CategoryTemporary

Is this an Hourly position?Yes

Work Hours/Week0-20

Overtime Eligible?No

Position LocationFort Collins, CO 80523

Does this position qualify for hybrid or remote work?No

Description of Work Unit

The CSU Department of Physics maintains a tradition of excellence in research and teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Departmental researchers participate in international research with programs in many of the most active and exciting areas of physics.

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Position Summary

This position is for a summer internship in experimental particle physics, with a research focus on detector physics for liquid argon time projection chambers (LArTPCs) working in the Mooney lab.

Position Minimum Qualifications

Currently or soon to be enrolled in college, pursuing a STEM degree

Preferred Qualifications

Currently or soon to be enrolled in college, pursuing a degree in physics

Posting Details

Working TitleSummer Physics Intern

Posting Number202400300T

DepartmentPhysics

Salary Range$15/hour

Employee Benefits

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, commitment todiversity, equity and inclusion (~~~/) , and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

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Close Date05/20/2024

Special Instructions to Applicants

Email resume and cover letter to ~~~

References will not be contacted without prior notification to applicant.

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 Statement

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (~~~/) is located in 101 Student Services.

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The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University's Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, ~~~,~~~.

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Diversity Statement

Ability to advance the department's commitment to diversity and inclusion through research, teaching and outreach with relevant programs, goals and activities.

Essential Job Duties

Job Duty CategoryPhysics Research

Duty/Responsibility

Carry out research in experimental particle physics within the Mooney lab, potentially including hands-on hardware work, programming (C++ or Python), and/or data analysis of physics datasets.

Percentage Of Time90

Job Duty CategoryCommunication/Presentation of Research Activities

Duty/Responsibility

Communicate research activities/results to advisor and other researchers in the Mooney lab, as well as present work to experimental particle physics collaborations in working group meetings (by Zoom).

Percentage Of Time10

References

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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter

Optional Documents