Beam Physicist(m/w/x)

Requirements

• Solid background in electromagnetics or computational physics
• Numerical simulations and scientific computing
• Familiarity with Git and collaborative software development
• Open-source software development experience
• Asset: Knowledge of accelerator physics, wakefields, or beam coupling impedance
• Knowledge of electromagnetic simulation tools (CST, HFSS, COMSOL, or similar)
• Programming experience in Python
• Familiarity with numerical methods and scientific computing
• Problem-solving mindset and quick learning ability
• Good communication, mentoring, and support skills
• Spoken and written English or French, commitment to learn other language basics
• Nationality of CERN Member or Associate Member State
• Professional background in Physics, Engineering (or related field); Master's degree with 2-6 years post-graduation experience OR PhD with max 3 years post-graduation experience
• No prior CERN fellow or graduate contract

Tasks

• Perform electromagnetic simulations for wakefield and impedance studies.
• Analyze simulation coupling with beam dynamics.
• Develop an optimized interface between Wakis and Xsuite.
• Design, implement, and validate new Wakis features and methods.
• Validate Wakis on realistic geometries using bench measurements.
• Coordinate and prioritize Wakis development activities.
• Benchmark Wakis against commercial solvers and analytical models.
• Construct, validate, and maintain CERN impedance models.
• Support and supervise junior students on Wakis tasks.
• Review developer contributions.
• Assist with code integration and testing.
• Improve Wakis documentation, examples, and workflows.
• Present progress and results in meetings and working groups.

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