Job TitleResearch Associate

4 weeks ago

Menlo Park, United States SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory Full time

Position Overview

SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory’s SPEAR3 is one of the four US Department of Energy synchrotron light sources – electron storage rings dedicated to producing brilliant X-ray beams. SPEAR3 serves Stanford Synchrotron Radiation Lightsource (SSRL), a national user facility with a long history of utilizing synchrotron radiation for multi-disciplinary experiments.

We are seeking a Research Associate to join our Accelerator Physics Group within the SSRL Accelerator Division. This group’s responsibilities include:

Physics support for the maintenance and operation of the SSRL accelerator complex, which includes an RF electron gun, 120-MeV linear accelerator, a 10-Hz cycling booster synchrotron to accelerate electrons from 120 MeV to 3 GeV, and the main SPEAR3 storage ring that emits x-ray synchrotron radiation from bend magnets, wigglers and undulators. Propose and help design, manage, and execute upgrades of the existing SSRL accelerators to improve their performance and/or reliability. Design a next generation storage ring as a future source to serve the SSRL photon science community.

This is an exciting time for the SSRL accelerator team. The Accelerator Physics Group is exploring options for a next generation light source for SSRL. We are investigating which technologies to push to enhance performance of a future light source beyond sources currently in operation or construction. We are working closely with SSRL photon scientists to establish a strong scientific case for a new SSRL light source.

Your specific responsibilities include:

Contribute to design studies for a future next generation light source for SSRL. This work could include investigating novel operational modes, lattice simulations and optimization, and investigating technological innovation that could improve next generation light source performance. Experimental work on SPEAR3 relevant to the performance of a future light source. Other duties may also be assigned.

To be successful in this position you will bring:

A PhD in accelerator physics or related field or equivalent experience. Knowledge of storage ring physics including lattice design, linear and nonlinear beam dynamics, and collective effects. Aptitude with computer modeling codes as well as strong programming skills. Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment. Verbal and written communication skills and the ability to clearly document scientific research and projects.

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of FEL physics would be desirable.

Note: The Research Associate role is a fixed term staff position. This is a 2-year fixed term position with the possibility of extension. Assignment duration is contingent upon project needs and funding. Applicants will be evaluated on research experience and accomplishments in field of expertise. Applicants should include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, and a list of publications.

SLAC Employee Competencies:

Effective Decisions: Uses job knowledge and solid judgment to make quality decisions in a timely manner. Self-Development: Pursues a variety of venues and opportunities to continue learning and developing. Dependability: Can be counted on to deliver results with a sense of personal responsibility for expected outcomes. Initiative: Pursues work and interactions proactively with optimism, positive energy, and motivation to move things forward. Adaptability: Flexes as needed when change occurs, maintains an open outlook while adjusting and accommodating changes. Communication: Ensures effective information flow to various audiences and creates and delivers clear, appropriate written, spoken, presented messages. Relationships: Builds relationships to foster trust, collaboration, and a positive climate to achieve common goals.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job. Given the nature of this position, SLAC will require onsite work.

Work Standards :

Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations. Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for environment, safety and security; communicates related concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned. Meets the applicable roles and responsibilities as described in the ESH Manual, Chapter 1—General Policy and Responsibilities: Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide,

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Classification Title: Research Associate Experimental Job code: 0127 , Grade :G Employment Duration : Fixed term – 2 years

The expected pay range for this position is $70,000 to $100,000 per annum. SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory/Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.

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