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Dark Matter Search with the LZ Experiment at University of Sheffield 2025

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Scholarship Details

Eligible Degrees

PhD

Funding Type

Full Funding · Varies

Eligible Courses

Mathematical and Physical Sciences

Eligible Nationalities

Open to all nationals

Can Be Taken At

University of Sheffield

Provider

University of Sheffield

Last Verified On

25 Aug 2026 by WeMakeScholars Scholarship Team

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Overview

Eligibility

  • The Dark Matter Search with the LZ Experiment PhD project is open to both home and international students, although international students may need to secure additional funding for fees and living expenses.
  • Applicants should have a strong background in particle physics, with excellent programming skills.
  • Knowledge of nuclear physics and particle astrophysics is desirable but not required.
  • The project requires candidates who are eager to contribute to the analysis of data from the LZ experiment and may involve shifts at the detector site in the USA, along with the possibility of spending up to 12 months there participating in detector operation.

Application Process

  • Applications are accepted year-round. Interested candidates can apply through the University of Sheffield’s online application portal.
  • Full details on how to apply can be found on the PhD application page, and additional information about postgraduate study is available on the PhD study page.

Benefits and Value

  • The project offers the opportunity to work on one of the most advanced dark matter experiments, LUX-ZEPLIN (LZ), and to be involved in data analysis focused on the search for dark matter.
  • The student will gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology, software development, and data analysis techniques.
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  • The deadline of Dark Matter Search with the LZ Experiment at University of Sheffield 2025 is Expired.
  • Dark Matter Search with the LZ Experiment at University of Sheffield 2025 is offered to PhD degree.
  • Dark Matter Search with the LZ Experiment at University of Sheffield 2025 is offered for Mathematical and Physical Sciences.
  • Dark Matter Search with the LZ Experiment at University of Sheffield 2025 is open for: Open to all nationals.
  • Dark Matter Search with the LZ Experiment at University of Sheffield 2025 is offered by University of Sheffield.
  • Dark Matter Search with the LZ Experiment at University of Sheffield 2025 covers Full Funding, Varies.