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Introduction

Are you an Applied Physicist or Electronics Engineer with good knowledge of radiation effects on electronics? Would you like to be at the forefront of radiation effects on components for accelerators or space applications? Then join the Sources, Targets and Interactions Group and contribute to the success of one of the most important physics centres in the world. CERN, Take Part!

You will join the Accelerator Systems Department (SY), which is responsible for the beam-related technical systems of the CERN accelerators. The SY teams design, build and operate equipment systems in all CERN accelerators, and are engaged in ambitious forward-looking R&D programmes.

The Sources, Targets and Interactions (STI) Group has the mandate to study the interactions of beam with matter, applying its know-how to particle generation and particle interception. The group is also responsible for developing and maintaining the FLUKA Monte Carlo code and for providing formal training and support to its users in the accelerator community and to the experiments worldwide. The group is a member of the n_TOF and UA9 collaborations.

The Beam Machine Interactions (BMI) Section is in charge of the FLUKA code development, maintenance and support. The section performs beam-machine interaction studies for all CERN accelerators, and FLUKA calculations for different applications, including conceptual design of beam intercepting devices, new target areas, medical applications, radiation to electronics effects, etc.

Functions

As a Radiation Environment and Effects Engineer/Physicist in the STI group and “Radiation to Electronics” activity within CERN, you will:

• Lead a number of currently ongoing and future accelerator and space-related radiation effects activities and contracts;
• Conceive, organize and - when applicable - execute radiation test campaigns aimed at characterizing Single Event Effects in emerging microelectronic technologies for space and accelerator applications;
• Take the technical responsibility for a variety of collaborations related to radiation effects, as well as of Work Packages within CERN coordinated EU projects;
• Conceive, organize and - when applicable - execute radiation test campaigns aimed at characterizing and evaluating irradiation facilities of possible interest for space and accelerator applications;
• Provide support to the technical coordination and execution of the currently ongoing CERN EU projects on radiation effects;
• Define best practices and guidelines for Radiation Hardness Assurance in accelerators and space applications;
• Partcipate to the preparation and delivery of radiation effects training material (e.g. for CERN internal training, external university and workshop seminars, etc.);
• Be involved in assessing and – when applicable – requesting funding opportunities from the EU and other potential collaborators/sponsors.

Master's degree or PhD or equivalent relevant experience in the field of electrical or electronic engineering, applied physics, radiation effects or a related field.

Experience:

• Experience with modelling and simulation of beam-matter interactions and radiation effects on electronics, with a focus on Single Event Effects;
• Experience on electronic components radiation testing: radiation environment, test conditions, requirements and standards, test preparation, data analysis and reporting;
• Experience with electronic measurements systems and software for radiation effects testing of electronic components and boards.

Technical competencies:

• Simulation of radiation environments;
• Knowledge and application of instrumentation and measurement techniques;
• Knowledge of radiation effects on electronics and mitigation techniques;
• Knowledge of programming techniques and languages: C/C++, Python;
• Knowledge of semiconductor physics and device architecture.

Behavioural competencies:

• Communicating effectively: expressing opinions, ideas and suggestions with conviction and in a logical/structured manner; keeping to the point.
• Solving problems: identifying, defining and assessing problems, taking action to address them.
• Demonstrating accountability: working conscientiously and reliably; delivering on promises; presenting information accurately and objectively; taking responsibility for own actions and decisions.
• Working in teams: working well in groups and readily fitting into a team; participating fully and taking an active role in team activities.
• Achieving results: delivering high quality work on time and fulfilling expectations; having a structured and organised approach towards work; being able to set priorities and plan tasks with results in mind; driving work / projects along and seeing them through to their conclusion.

Language skills:

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:

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 CEST midday 29.01.2024.

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:

• 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.

Job grade: 6-7

Job reference: SY-STI-BMI-2023-181-LD

Benchmark Job Title: Applied Physicist