Subatomic physics is a major research direction at the University of Regina. Our work at Jefferson Lab (USA) addresses questions such as the structure of light mesons and the existence of exotic hadrons. In addition to data analysis and simulations for Halls C and D, we are constructing the Solenoidal Large Intensity Detector (SoLID) Heavy Gas Cherenkov at JLab and the ePIC Barrel Imaging Calorimeter at EIC. The Jefferson Lab/EIC group at the University of Regina comprises 3 faculty (Huber, Papandreou, Teymurazyan), 3 PDFs and 10 graduate students.

A major new collider facility to be built in New York state, with the first collisions anticipated in 2032. Polarized electrons will collide with polarized protons, polarized light ions and heavy nuclei at luminosities far beyond what is currently available. As a grad student involved in the early stages of this project, you will be well positioned to impact the design of this world class facility and to continue in key roles of its operation after the completion of your degree.

We are recruiting both MSc and PhD students to start summer-fall 2025. Students will gain skills in many aspects of subatomic physics, including the acquisition of experimental data, analysis of large data sets, simulations, detector construction and characterization. Our research environment is highly collaborative, with opportunities to work with researchers at other universities and research facilities in Canada and abroad. Accepted students are the beneficiaries of a broad-based education and training in international research, including teamwork, critical thinking, leadership skills and outreach activities. Funding will be offered to all successful applicants.

Interested candidates should forward academic transcripts and a CV including research experience, scientific interests, career goals and the names of three referees, to:

Further information is available at:

The acceptance process is highly competitive. Preference is given to motivated students with excellent grades, good team working skills, and relevant programming experience.