Company Description
At CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, physicists and engineers are probing the fundamental structure of the universe. Using the world's largest and most complex scientific instruments, they study the basic constituents of matter - fundamental particles that are made to collide together at close to the speed of light. The process gives physicists clues about how particles interact, and provides insights into the fundamental laws of nature. Find out more on http://home.cern.
Job Description
Introduction
With a total of 130 km of vacuum vessel, CERN operates one of the largest vacuum systems in the world. Are you ready to operate such systems and develop innovative surface treatments to improve their performance? Are you interested in pursuing an intense R&D programme preparing the future of this unique accelerator infrastructure? Then come and join the Vacuum, Surfaces and Coatings Group! Take part!
The Vacuum, Surfaces and Coatings Group is responsible for all high and ultra-high vacuum systems for the CERN accelerators. Its mandate covers all activities from development to operation, including design, production and procurement, surface engineering and analysis, acceptance tests, control and monitoring. The Insulation & Injector Vacuum Operation section (IVO) takes care of the operation and upgrade of vacuum systems that are essential for CERN accelerators, including those of cryostats of superconducting magnets and those of the Large-Hadron-Collider (LHC) injection chain. The IVO section is also active in knowledge transfer programmes involving industries and other laboratories.
Functions
Within the VSC Group of the TE Department, you will:
Develop, implement, and operate innovative processes for the production, surface treatments and testing of vacuum components. Operating, maintaining and consolidating complex and highly specialised ultrahigh vacuum equipment, instruments and prototypes for particle accelerators, including those for thermal insulation of cryogenic magnets.Carry out research as part of studies of materials and surfaces optimisation for accelerator beampipes, propose test programmes and present results in technical and scientific meetings.Play an active role in multidisciplinary projects, maintaining close collaboration and cooperation with teams in charge of other engineering, materials or chemical facilities CERN-wide.Manage procurement and industrial services contracts, including the follow up of production in CERN workshops and in the industry.Qualifications
Master's degree or PhD or equivalent relevant experience in the field of Material Science, Applied Physics or a related field.
Experience:
Proven experience in surface treatments for accelerator vacuum equipment.Demonstrated experience in testing and qualifying materials for accelerator vacuum systems, including outgassing measurements.Proven experience in simulation of complex physical phenomena, including plasma and rarefied gas dynamics.Experience in operation and maintenance of ultrahigh vacuum systems would be an asset.Technical competencies:
Knowledge and application of materials, surface and thermal treatments for UHVVacuum processing of surfacesOperation and maintenance of vacuum systems Knowledge of physico-chemical properties of materials and characterization methods.Behavioural competencies:
Working in Teams: working well in groups and readily fitting into a team; participating fully and taking an active role in team activitiesCommunicating Effectively: providing others with timely information Ensuring that information, procedures and decisions are appropriately documentedAchieving Results: having a structured and organised approach towards work; being able to set priorities and plan tasks with results in mindSolving Problems: identifying, defining and assessing problems, taking action to address them Finding the information needed to solve problems; making objective judgments based on all the facts availableLanguage skills:
Spoken and written English or French; the ability to understand and speak the other language or the undertaking to acquire it rapidly.
Additional Information
Eligibility and closing date:
Diversity has been an integral part of CERN's mission since its foundation and is an established value of the Organization. Employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We welcome applications from all Member States and Associate Member States.
This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should normally reach us no later than 22.10.2023 at midnight (CET time).
Employment Conditions
Contract type: Limited duration contract (5 years). Subject to certain conditions, holders of limited-duration contracts may apply for an indefinite position.
These functions require:
Participation in a regular stand-by duty, including nights, Sundays and official holidays.Work in Radiation Areas.Interventions in underground installations.A valid driving licence.Work during nights, Sundays and official holidays, when required by the needs of the Organization.Shift work, when required by the needs of the Organization.Job grade: 6-7
Job reference: TE-VSC-IVO-2023-124-LD
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