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Overview Research Associate Position number: 26293 Requisition No: 44386 Term Department of Physics and Astronomy Faculty of Science Posting start date: February 24, 2026 Advertised until: April 10, 2026 or until filled Full-time: Yes Permanent: No Start date: September 1, 2026 For more information please contact: Dr. Michael Gericke Position details The Department Physics & Astronomy invites applications for a full-time Research Associate position, commencing September 1, 2026, or on a date mutually agreed upon and continuing until March 31, 2028. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications with a range of $65,000 to $85,000. Responsibilities Conduct independent research under the purview of Professor Michael Gerickes research program. Engage in research related to the MOLLER experiment, a large-scale particle physics project with international collaboration. The University of Manitoba SAP group has received about CAD 10 M in funding. Lead R&D and construction of a large set of particle detectors; oversee installation in the experiment and operation. Mechanical and electronic design, in-house construction and assembly of components, and extensive testing of production detector modules. Software and firmware development for reading detector data, post-processing, and data analysis. Oversee the technical design and construction process and provide expert input and guidance for all development stages. About the department The Department of Physics & Astronomy has a strong history of integrated teaching and research in theoretical, computational, and experimental quantum physics. It supports three major research groupings and supervisors about 90 graduate students. The department participates in numerous national and international collaborations and large-scale facilities. Qualifications Ph.D. in Engineering or Physics. Minimum of 2 years developing Cherenkov and HVMAPS detector components. Experience in CAD design, electronics design, FPGA programming, high-speed data processing hardware setup, mechanical assembly, software development, and data analysis. Preferred: supervisory experience, including supervising students and some technicians. Additional information The City of Winnipeg and Manitoba information are provided for context and are not part of application requirements. Application process All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Applicants must apply to this University of Manitoba advertisement through the UM Careers portal and clearly state the application position number in the cover letter. Applications must include a curriculum vitae, references, and a cover letter. The closing date for receipt of applications is April 10, 2026. Equity, diversity and inclusion The University of Manitoba is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure for systemically marginalized groups, including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact or 204-474-7195. Benefits Discover outstanding employee benefits and join a dynamic community that values reconciliation, sustainability, diversity and inclusion. The University of Manitoba is an employer of choice across Manitoba and Canada. #J-18808-Ljbffr