Junior Research Scientist - Astro-Particle Physics
Posted date [2026-06-02]
(ID: 45868)
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Job Description and Requirements
Junior Research Scientist - Astro-Particle PhysicsJob Snapshot
Role: Junior Research Scientist - Astro-Particle Physics
Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Higher Education
Function: Research
Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Physics
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Junior Research Scientist - Astro-Particle Physics in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates is a specialized Higher Education research opportunity focused on experimental astro-particle physics, particle detectors, radiation detection systems, dark matter search technologies, gamma ray spectroscopy, and space-based scientific applications. This role is suited for a physics graduate with strong interest in detector development, simulation, laboratory research, and advanced scientific instrumentation within the Division of Science at New York University Abu Dhabi.
Job Details
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Higher Education
Function: Research
Salary: 12000-18000
Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Role Context
The Junior Research Scientist - Astro-Particle Physics will support research in particle and radiation detector technologies applied to direct dark matter searches, dielectric haloscopes, gamma ray spectroscopy, lunar X-ray spectroscopy, and space science applications. The position involves laboratory work, detector simulation, equipment management, and participation in an active research group developing scientific tools for rare-event searches and non-standard radiation detection applications. The selected researcher will contribute to experimental projects while gaining exposure to international research methods, detector systems, and advanced physics applications.
Key Responsibilities
* Support experimental research in astro-particle physics and radiation detector applications.
* Work with particle and radiation detector systems, including organic scintillators, inorganic scintillators, photomultipliers, silicon photomultipliers, and silicon drift detectors.
* Contribute to research projects involving direct dark matter searches, dielectric haloscopes, gamma ray spectroscopy, and space-based scientific applications.
* Assist with the development and simulation of detectors for lunar X-ray spectroscopy and related space science projects.
* Use detector simulation tools where applicable, including GEANT4 or similar scientific simulation platforms.
* Participate in laboratory testing, detector assembly, calibration, measurement, troubleshooting, and performance evaluation.
* Support research related to rare-event searches, including axion detection and dark matter detection.
* Apply radiation detection techniques to specialized scientific and non-standard research domains.
* Contribute to data collection, analysis, documentation, and interpretation of experimental results.
* Assist with the general management of the laboratory, scientific equipment, supplies, and experimental setups.
* Work closely with faculty members, researchers, students, and technical team members within a diverse research environment.
* Prepare research notes, technical summaries, presentations, and supporting materials for academic or project use.
* Learn new experimental techniques and contribute actively to the ongoing development of the research group.
Ideal Profile
* Bachelor’s degree in Physics is required.
* Strong interest in experimental astro-particle physics, radiation detection, particle detectors, and space science applications.
* Knowledge of particle detector design and development is preferred.
* Experience with detector simulation tools such as GEANT4 is an advantage.
* Interest in rare-event searches, including axion research, dark matter detection, or related astro-particle physics topics.
* Enthusiasm for applying radiation detection methods to new and non-standard scientific domains.
* Ability to work in a laboratory environment with detector hardware, measurement systems, and research equipment.
* Strong analytical ability with willingness to learn advanced experimental and simulation techniques.
* Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in a diverse academic research environment.
* Organized approach to laboratory documentation, equipment handling, and research support tasks.
* Ability to submit required application documents, including cover letter, curriculum vitae, degree transcript, and at least two recommendation letters.
Skills Set
* Experimental astro-particle physics
* Particle detectors
* Radiation detectors
* Organic scintillators
* Inorganic scintillators
* Photomultipliers
* Silicon photomultipliers
* Silicon drift detectors
* GEANT4 simulation
* Detector development
* Detector calibration
* Gamma ray spectroscopy
* Lunar X-ray spectroscopy
* Space-based applications
* Dark matter search
* Axion detection
* Dielectric haloscopes
* Rare-event searches
* Laboratory research
* Radiation measurement
* Scientific instrumentation
* Data analysis
* Research documentation
* Equipment management
* Physics research
Why Join Us
This position is a strong opportunity for a Junior Research Scientist - Astro-Particle Physics who wants to gain practical research experience in Abu Dhabi while working on advanced detector technologies and high-value scientific applications. The role offers competitive employment terms, housing and travel subsidies, exposure to a dynamic research group, and the opportunity to build technical expertise in particle detection, simulation, dark matter research, and space science. It is an excellent pathway for a physics graduate seeking future research, graduate study, or academic career development in experimental physics.
About the Company
New York University Abu Dhabi is a leading research university in the UAE, combining advanced scholarship with a global academic environment across science, engineering, social sciences, humanities, and the arts. Through its Division of Science, NYU Abu Dhabi supports ambitious research in physics, space science, detector technologies, and experimental scientific discovery. The university provides research staff with strong academic support, access to international collaboration, and a vibrant campus environment in Abu Dhabi.
