Job Information
Colorado State University Summer Physics Intern in Fort Collins, Colorado
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.
Search Contact Emailmrmooney@colostate.edu
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
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Close Date05/20/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Email resume and cover letter to mrmooney@colostate.edu
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 (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu.
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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
Minimum References Required0
Maximum References Required0
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
Optional Documents