How to Apply
A detailed cover letter is required for consideration when applying for this position and should be uploaded via the UM Careers website as the first page(s) of a single, electronic document of application materials that also includes your CV or resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline your skills and experience that directly relate to the duties described below.
Job Summary
The experimental ATLAS group at the University of Michigan is seeking applications for a senior Electronics Engineer to work on the integration and commissioning of the detector and electronics for the ATLAS Monitored Drift Tube (MDT) detector. In addition, the candidate needs to work on the maintenance and daily operations of the MDT system, as well as conduct electronics and detector studies for the Future Circular Collider-ee. The candidate will also be expected to supervise undergraduate and graduate students involved in these projects.
The Michigan ATLAS group actively participates in diverse physics analyses - including Higgs, electroweak processes, and searches for new phenomena - as well as the operation of the ATLAS MDT detector and its Phase-I and Phase-II upgrades. We are seeking an exceptional candidate with a proven track record in the development of both particle detectors and high-speed electronics. The start date can be mutually negotiated and can be as early as March 1, 2026. A PhD degree in experimental particle physics or fast electronics design is highly preferred for this position.
This position is located at the CERN facility in Geneva, Switzerland.
For general information about this position, please contact Prof. Junjie Zhu ([email protected]). To receive full consideration, interested candidates are encouraged to submit their application materials by Feb 15, 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the position will remain open until filled.
Mission Statement
The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.
Why Work at Michigan?
In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, the University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:
- Generous time off, including vacation time, sick time, holiday, and season days
- A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
- Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability coverage
- Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
In addition, LSA offers:
- Strong commitment to work/life balance
- Flexible work arrangements with respect to campus stakeholder needs
- Enhanced tuition support programs for LSA courses
Being part of something greater, of serving a larger mission of discovery and care - that's the heart of what drives people to work at Michigan. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. It's adding a purpose to your profession. Work at Michigan and become a victor for the greater good.
Responsibilities*
The selected candidate will be required to:
- Install, integrate, and commission the ATLAS MDT detector for the Phase-2 upgrade - 50%
- Maintain and operate the ATLAS MDT detector and frontend electronics - 35%
- Conduct electronics and detector studies for FCC-ee - 10%
- Supervise undergraduate and graduate students working on this project - 5%
Required Qualifications*
3-5 years professional experience in electronics engineering or related field is required. A bachelor's degree in Electronics, Engineering, Physics, or related field is required.
Desired Qualifications*
A PhD degree in experimental particle physics or fast electronics design is highly preferred for this position.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Additional Information
As one of the world's great liberal arts colleges, LSA pushes the boundaries of what is understood about the human experience and the natural world, and we foster the next generation of rigorous and empathetic thinkers, creators, and contributors to the state of Michigan, the nation, and the world.
To learn more about LSA's Mission, Vision, and Values, please visit https://lsa.umich.edu/strategicvision.
Additional Information
The annual salary range is $67,980-$84,976. Please note a higher salary may be offered based on the selected candidate's experience.
This position is located at the CERN facility in Geneva, Switzerland.
Background Screening
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Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from the posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.