ESRF - European Synchrotron Radiation Facility
Grenoble, Rhône-Alpes, France
The ESRF is a multinational research institute, situated in Grenoble, France and financed by 21 mostly European countries. It operates a powerful synchrotron X-ray source with some 30 beamlines (instruments) covering a wide range of scientific research in fields such as biology and medicine, chemistry, earth and environmental sciences, materials, surface science and physics. The ESRF employs about 600 staff and is organized as a French société civile.
Within the Accelerator and Source Division (ASD), the Diagnostics Group is seeking to recruit an Engineer in the Diagnostics Group (Permanent Contract).
FUNCTION
The Diagnostics group is responsible for the measurement of the electron beam parameters through a range of specialised instruments and detectors. They comprise diagnostics and monitors for the beam position, current, emittance, energy spread, bunch length and purity and beam losses. These instruments use state of the art technologies in a wide range of technical fields.
You will be responsible for:
- the implementation and operation of feedback systems aimed at controlling the stability of the electron beam;
- the performance of the diagnostics systems with a view to assuring their continuous operation at the required levels of performance and reliability;
- initiating possible improvements in their functionality and/or performance by the implementation of new emerging technologies and components;
- participating actively in a regular programme of dedicated studies of the electron beam and the accelerator, with a view to improving and optimizing the characteristics of the Light Source.
As a member of the Accelerator and Source Division you will be asked to participate in the operation of the accelerators by doing occasional shifts in the Control Room (maximum 15 % of the working time).
The Diagnostics group is engaged in making the beam diagnostics fully available in a user-friendly way and with emphasis on reliability. The same equipment also serves for dedicated studies on the accelerator complex in which the group is fully implied. The group is responsible for detectors linked to beam interlock systems, detectors and equipment used for beam scraping and bunch purity cleaning, and for the design, operation and maintenance of a number of crucial feedback systems.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
You should hold a university degree or engineering diploma in Electrical Engineering or Physics (Master, Diplom, DESS, Engineering school degree, Laurea, Licenciatura, MSc...) or equivalent. You should have very good knowledge of the techniques involved in the acquisition and treatment of RF signals (analog and digital signal processing), electromagnetism and a good background in physics. You shall also be well acquainted with the fundamental concept and properties of closed-loop control and feedback systems. Knowledge of accelerator beam physics would be an important asset. You should preferably have a working experience in this field of at least 3 years.
Both team work capability and a rigorous attitude in the execution and reporting of your work are essential requirements. A good command of English is required.
OUR OFFER
The working language of the ESRF is English. For further information on employment terms and conditions, please refer to http://www.esrf.fr/Jobs/Conditions. The ESRF is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from disabled persons.
The annual gross salary will be within the range of 39-43k€ depending on qualifications and experience, plus possible allowances according to status.
If you are interested in this position, please apply on-line at this address:http://jobstats.robopost.com/count/clic.php?v=51876&j=635.
Ref. 4108 - Deadline for returning application forms: 26 May 2015.