PhD position (4years) in Theoretical Particle Physics In association with a new national research programme on the theme “ Higgs as Probe and Portal ”, a PhD position is available in the theoretical particle physics group at the University of Amsterdam/Nikhef. This particular position is funded through the Delta Institute for Theoretical Physics , and is located at the University of Amsterdam. There will be frequent interactions with the nearby theory group at Nikhef. Information about employment conditions can be found at: www.uva.nl/en/abouttheuva/workingattheuva/termsofemployment/termsofemployment The FOM programme involves a consortium of 12 theoretical physicists from 6 institutions in the Netherlands we intend to study the Higgs boson from three directions: precision predictions for Higgs boson production at the LHC, its role as a probe in flavour physics, and its role as a portal to new physics at high scales. The aim is to help find out, in collaboration with experimentalists, about physics beyond the Standard Model, about the matterdominance of the universe, and its stability. Although the members of the programme are based at different locations, they have frequent interactions via monthly meetings in the Nikhef theory group, to collaborate, discuss research, meet with experimental colleagues and generate new ideas related to the programme theme. For further information on the programme please consult the website . Further details about the PhD position: Project title: Effective predictions for Higgs and jet production Supervisor: Dr. W. Waalewijn [University of Amsterdam/Nikhhef] Contact: [email protected] Many LHC analyses involves jets, which are collimated sprays of energetic hadrons. This project focusses on improving predictions for jet cross sections and jet properties, using effective field theory techniques. Their application to precision Higgs measurements and searches for beyondtheStandard Model physics will also be explored.