Highly accomplished Postdoctoral Researcher with 6+ years of experience in experimental particle physics, adept at leading multidisciplinary projects in hardware integration, software development, and large-scale data analysis within international collaborations. Proven expertise in Python, C++, and statistical modeling for complex systems, with a track record of driving data-driven problem-solving. Seeking to leverage advanced analytical capabilities and software development skills to address complex industry challenges as a Data Scientist or Software Developer.
Research Scientist (Postdoc)
Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland
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Summary
Spearheaded the integration, commissioning, and testing of the photon detection subsystem for a DUNE far-detector prototype, managing hardware, software, and data acquisition activities on-site at CERN.
Highlights
Led the integration, commissioning, and testing of the photon detection subsystem for a DUNE far-detector prototype, enabling first physics measurements and validating the prototype design.
Developed a Python framework for real-time calibration and monitoring, automating processing and analysis of terabytes of experimental datasets.
Collaborated with a team of 50+ international engineers and scientists to deliver critical project milestones for a major US neutrino physics experiment.
Presented technical findings to a collaboration of 1,400+ members and at international conferences, directly influencing design choices for detector construction.
Research Scientist (Postdoc)
Lecce, Apulia, Italy
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Summary
Orchestrated the design and execution of an experimental comparison of SiPM vs PMT photodetectors, driving the study from test-bench design through data analysis to journal publication.
Highlights
Engineered a comprehensive cosmic-ray detector system, encompassing mechanical, electronics, and DAQ in C++/Python, and deployed an end-to-end analysis pipeline.
Developed C++ event reconstruction algorithms that significantly improved energy resolution by optimizing particle ID and tracking methods.
Managed project timelines and deliverables independently, coordinating effectively with a 10-person team to deliver crucial studies for detector-design decisions.
Published research findings in a journal, contributing to the scientific community's understanding of photodetector performance.
PhD Researcher
L'Aquila, Abruzzo, Italy
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Summary
Directed end-to-end analysis of 5+ years of DAMPE satellite data, implementing scalable pipelines to extract high-energy cosmic-ray spectra up to 500 TeV.
Highlights
Led end-to-end analysis of 5+ years of DAMPE satellite data (~5M events/day), implementing scalable pipelines to extract high-energy cosmic-ray spectra up to 500 TeV.
Developed a GEANT4 Monte Carlo simulation framework for next-generation space detectors, optimizing hardware parameters and modeling detector response.
Conducted hardware R&D with scintillators and SiPM readout, validating devices at national laboratories and in beam test campaigns at CERN.
Authored a first-author paper in Physical Review D and presented results at international conferences, advancing cosmic-ray physics and supporting future space mission technologies.
Summer Research Intern
Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland
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Summary
Implemented a C++ analysis pipeline to process petabyte-scale LHC datasets for heavy-ion collision studies, delivering analyzed results and technical reports.
Highlights
Implemented a C++ analysis pipeline to efficiently process petabyte-scale LHC datasets for heavy-ion collision studies.
Delivered comprehensive analyzed results and an internal technical report, presenting key findings to the research group.
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PhD
Astroparticle Physics
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MSc
Experimental Particle Physics
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BSc
Physics
Awarded By
DAMPE Operations
Recognized for exceptional data analysis contributions during the 10th Anniversary of DAMPE Operations.
Awarded By
Italian Physical Society
Awarded for outstanding contributions as a new talent in physics by the Italian Physical Society.
Awarded By
National Physics Conference (SIF 2023)
Received for significant contributions presented at the National Physics Conference.
Awarded By
COSPAR 2022 International Assembly
Awarded a grant for participation at the COSPAR 2022 International Assembly.
Published by
Phys. Rev. D
Summary
Authored a publication detailing the measurement of the cosmic p+He energy spectrum, contributing to 40+ publications and over 700 citations on Google Scholar.
Published by
JINST
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Published research on silicon photomultipliers for calorimeter readout, advancing detector development.
Published by
Phys. Rev. Lett.
Summary
Contributed to a publication on the measurement of the Cosmic Ray Helium Energy Spectrum, a top-tier physics journal.
Python, C++, ROOT (CERN), GEANT4, Unix/BASH, Git/GitHub.
Large-scale data analysis, Statistical modeling, Signal processing, Neural network applications.
Digitizers, Power supplies, Oscilloscopes, SiPM/PMT characterization, Detector assembly and testing.
Linux, Grafana, Arduino, Microsoft Office Suite.
Detector physics, Monte Carlo simulations, Signal reconstruction, Calibration systems, Photon detectors, Data analysis.
Project coordination, International teamwork, Technical communication, Mentoring, Agile development.