Would you like to work at the forefront of RF technology by being involved in components development projects, working along with top scientists and engineers? Our Superconducting Radio-Frequency section is looking for a Radio Frequency Engineer/Applied Physicist who will play a key role in improving RF performance within a unique environment. CERN, Take Part!
Description
* Design, simulate, prototype and test SRF components, working in collaboration with internal partners.
* Produce technical specifications for calls for tenders and follow up procurement of such equipment.
* Transfer the relevant know how and procedures to the industrial partners in charge of manufacturing.. Ensure technical contract follow-up for supplies and interact with vendors in the event of issues detected during acceptance testing.
* Test, implement and operate SRF components in test facilities, as well as in existing accelerators.
* Coordinate contributions from junior staff and external partners, and provide technical guidance and supervision whenever needed.
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Qualification required
Master's degree in the field of Electrical engineering or Physics, or equivalent.
Experience and competencies
The experience required for this post is:
* Proven experience in superconducting accelerator equipment design, procurement and operation.
* Proven experience in the design and simulation of SRF cavities and related equipment.
* Demonstrated experience in working within a team of researchers and students in the field of SRF. An initial experience of supervision would be an advantage.
* Initial experience in the maintenance of dedicated measurement equipment and SRF components.
* Demonstrated experience of writing technical reports.
* Initial experience in contract management, in preparing specifications and negotiating with contractor's counterparts
The technical competencies required for this post are:
* Design of Superconducting RF.
* Other Competency: testing and qualification of rf components.
* Accelerator operation.
* Maintenance & operation of electro-mechanical equipment.
The language competencies required are:
* Spoken and written English or French: ability to understand and speak the other language in professional contexts. Ability to draw-up technical specifications and/or scientific reports and to make oral presentations in at least one of the two languages.
Eligibility and closing date :
Employing a diverse and international workforce is a CERN core value and central to our success. We welcome applications from all Member States irrespective of gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or personal situation.
Founded in 1954 in Geneva, CERN ‐ the European Organization for Nuclear Research is the world's most advanced fundamental research institute for particle physics. Over the last 50 years, it has become a prime example of international collaboration with currently 21 member states.
Please note that we only accept applications from CERN Member State nationals.
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Nr of positions available : 1
Research Fields
Engineering - Electronic engineering
Career Stage
Early stage researcher or 0-4 yrs (Post graduate)
Research Profiles
First Stage Researcher (R1)