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Applied Physicist in Gas Detectors and Systems(m/w/x)

Genf
from CHF 6,372 - 7,004 / month
Full-timeOn-siteExperienced
Green Job

Operating and upgrading gas systems for LHC experiments, including R&D for greenhouse gas replacement. Experience with gaseous detectors in high-radiation environments and eco-gases required. 30 days paid leave, stand-by duty, and underground interventions.

Requirements

  • Experience operating gaseous detectors
  • Experience in gas systems design, operation, or maintenance
  • Practical knowledge of industrial instrumentation and sensors
  • Experience operating gaseous detectors in high-radiation environments and with eco-gases
  • Ability to perform technical interventions in experimental areas
  • Understanding of gaseous particle detector operation and radiation effects
  • Operation of gaseous detectors with eco-gas mixtures
  • Knowledge of gas distribution systems
  • Familiarity with gas analysis techniques and leak detection methods
  • Proactive identification of potential system weaknesses
  • Willingness to work in varied environments and adapt to changing priorities
  • Spoken and written English or French, with commitment to learn basics of other language
  • National of a CERN Member or Associate Member State
  • Professional background in Physics or Engineering (or related field)
  • Master's degree with 2 to 6 years post-graduation experience
  • Never had a CERN fellow or graduate contract before
  • Valid driving licence
  • Radiation worker, category A
  • Exposure to risk of falling from heights during scaffolding operations
  • Exposure to electromagnetic fields under certain conditions
  • Medical clearance for occupational health risks

Tasks

  • Operate and maintain gas systems for LHC experiments
  • Perform technical upgrades on gas systems
  • Provide 24/7 technical support during LHC runs
  • Conduct R&D to replace greenhouse gases
  • Operate test setups in high-radiation environments
  • Validate eco-friendly gases for detector compatibility
  • Learn about gaseous detectors and gas systems
  • Supervise team members

Work Experience

  • 2 - 6 years

Education

  • Master's degree

Languages

  • EnglishBusiness Fluent
  • FrenchBasic

Tools & Technologies

  • gaseous detectors
  • gas systems
  • industrial instrumentation
  • sensors
  • gas chromatography
  • leak detection

Benefits

Other Benefits

  • Stand-by duty
  • Interventions in underground installations

Job Security

  • Work in Radiation Areas

More Vacation Days

  • 30 days of paid leave
  • 2 weeks annual closure

Healthcare & Fitness

  • Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement Plans

  • CERN Pension Fund membership

Additional Allowances

  • Family, child and infant monthly allowances
  • Relocation package

Learning & Development

  • On-the-job training
  • Formal training
  • Language classes
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