Build particle physics research experience at TRIUMF in Vancouver by developing simulations and supporting pion lifetime experiment design.
As a Pion Lifetime Experiment Assistant, you will contribute to dedicated simulations and detector research and development. You will develop M20 beam line and detector simulation packages while collaborating with TRIUMF beam line experts. Your results will support experimental design decisions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Build, run, and debug Geant4 and G4beamline simulations
- Develop M20 beam line simulation packages
- Advance detector simulation packages for experiment design
- Collaborate with TRIUMF beam line experts
- Present progress during weekly group meetings
Requirements:
- Undergraduate enrollment at an accredited post-secondary institution
- Ability to work safely with laboratory equipment
- Ability to troubleshoot experimental setups
- Ability to work independently and ask for help
- Ability to explain research to non-specialists
Support pion lifetime measurement research through simulations, detector research and development, and explicit scientific communication at TRIUMF.