Accelerator Physicist

Job title: Accelerator Physicist

Company: Brookhaven National Laboratory

Job description: The National Synchrotron Light Source is a state-of-the-art, medium-energy (3-billion-electron-volt, or GeV) electron storage ring that produces x-rays up to 10,000 times brighter than the NSLS. The mission of the National Synchrotron Light Source is to provide extremely bright x-rays for basic and applied research in biology and medicine, materials and chemical sciences, geosciences and environmental sciences, and nanoscience. To support this program, the NSLS-II must design, fabricate, assemble, test, install, and operate unique research equipment to generate, transport, transfer, accelerate and focus electron and X-ray beams. This includes a combination of custom designed and built parts and vendor produced components developed by a collaboration of the NSLS-II scientific, engineering, and technical staff. NSLS-II supports an international user community of over 2,200 researchers from 400 universities. NSLS-II performs all these functions in an environmentally responsible and safe manner, under a rigorous conduct of operations approach.Position DescriptionNSLS-II is seeking a junior or mid-career Accelerator Physicist with experience in accelerator controls and modeling for a position in Accelerator Physics (AP) Group. The AP group is involved in operations of NSLS-II, and the upgrade design of NSLS-II accelerator systems, as well as in support of projects in partner organizations.Reporting to the NSLS-II Accelerator Physics Group Leader, the candidate will focus on support of accelerator modeling and controls, and maintaining and expanding controls capabilities. The candidate will also be responsible for diagnostics and troubleshooting of accelerator systems from the device level to High Level Applications and development of system interfaces in the areas of Power Supplies, RF, Vacuum, Insertion Device and Equipment Protection.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Working with Accelerator Division and Accelerator Controls Team experts, support and improve operations of accelerator systems, including Linac, Booster, Transport lines and Storage RingSupport, develop and troubleshoot accelerator components via their controlsSupport maintenance and development of accelerator applications, such as orbit feedback, orbit interlock, Top-off and energy ramp routines and Control Room toolsBuild machine models, verify and improve them in beam studiesMaintain an environment conducive to openness, collaboration, and respect for allRequired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:PhD in Accelerator Physics plus 4 years of relevant technical work experienceBroad knowledge and understanding of particle acceleratorsDemonstrated proficiency in:Accelerator modeling and experimental toolsAccelerator Controls (EPICS)Simulation codes (ELEGANT, MAD)Computations and operations of clustersControl theory with applications to accelerator systemsUse of Machine Learning toolsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsProficiency with standard MS Office tools including Excel, PowerPoint and WordPreferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:PhD in Accelerator Physics plus 6 years of relevant technical work experienceExperience with more than one of the following technical software: Python, Matlab, MathCadExperience with commissioning and maintenance of accelerator systemsEnvironmental, Health & Safety Requirements:May be required to occasionally work off-hours, nights and/or weekends to support mission critical projectsOther Information:This is an onsite positionDomestic/international travel will be requiredBrookhaven National Laboratory is committed to providing fair, equitable and competitive compensation. This is a multi-level role and the full salary range for this position is $130,0000 – $180,000 / year. You will be placed at the level and salary commensurate with your experience.  Salary offers will be commensurate with the final candidate’s qualification, education and experience and considered with the internal peer group.Brookhaven National Laboratory and the Energy and Photon Sciences Directorate are committed to your success. We offer a supportive work environment and the resources necessary for you to succeed.Brookhaven employees are subject to restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Talent Recruitment Programs, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. You will be asked to disclose any such participation at the time of hire for review by Brookhaven. The full text of the Order may be found at:Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Brookhaven Science Associates is an equal opportunity employer that values inclusion and diversity at our Lab. We are committed to ensuring that all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a veteran, disability, or any other federal, state, or local protected class. BSA takes affirmative action in support of its policy and to advance the employment of minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.*VEVRAA Federal Contractor

Expected salary: $180000 per year

Location: Upton, NY

Job date: Wed, 25 Dec 2024 05:07:02 GMT

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