Applied Physicist - LHCb Electronics Integration(m/w/x)

Description

You will drive the technical success of the LHCb Upgrade II by integrating complex electronics and harmonizing timing systems across subdetectors to meet demanding experimental requirements.

Requirements

• •PhD, equivalent relevant experience in Physics, Electronics, or related field
• •Experience commissioning and operating large particle physics detectors
• •Experience in signal treatment chain from front-end to readout
• •Experience with HL-LHC electronic components (lpGBT, VTRx+, bPOLs) advantageous
• •Experience with fast timing detectors and precision timing systems
• •Experience in PCB design and module prototyping
• •Experience developing, testing, and mechanically integrating detector modules
• •Good knowledge of low and high voltage distribution systems
• •Simulation, design, and development of detector parts
• •Testing and validation of detectors
• •Assembly and integration of detectors
• •Layout of electronic circuit boards
• •Organisation, planning, and control skills
• •Structured approach, task prioritization, and result-oriented planning
• •Ability to build and maintain constructive work relationships
• •Self-management and initiative beyond regular tasks
• •Flexibility in absorbing new techniques and improving practices
• •Accountability and objective presentation of information
• •Spoken and written English and commitment to learn French

Tasks

• •Support system-level integration of the electronics chain
• •Commission electronics across LHCb subdetectors
• •Develop detector control software and calibration procedures
• •Design PCBs and manage mechanical and cooling integration
• •Support electronics infrastructure for low and high voltage
• •Harmonize fast timing implementation at the front-end level
• •Coordinate technical efforts across VELO, RICH, and CALO teams
• •Contribute to R&D for module integration and cooling

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