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Applied Physicist - Penning Trap(m/w/x)

Genf
from CHF 6,372 - 7,004 / month
Full-timeWith Home OfficeExperienced

Producing spare internal drift-tube structures, redesigning injection stages for particle physics research at a nuclear organization. Experience with high-voltage installations and Particle-In-Cell simulation programs required. Tax-free monthly stipend, 30 days paid leave plus 2 weeks annual closure.

Requirements

  • Experience in Penning traps operation
  • Previous work with CAD programs
  • Experience with Particle-In-Cell simulation programs
  • Familiarity with high-voltage installations
  • Knowledge of RFQ cooler-bunchers
  • Understanding of non-neutral plasmas
  • Mechanical design and BricsCAD skills
  • Proficiency in Python
  • Experience with CST particle tracking
  • English or French language skills
  • CERN Member State nationality
  • Physics background and relevant degree
  • No previous CERN fellow contract
  • Willingness to work in Radiation Areas
  • Exposure to electromagnetic fields
  • Ability to obtain medical clearance

Tasks

  • Produce a complete spare internal drift-tube structure
  • Investigate and mitigate internal Penning trap discharges
  • Redesign the injection stage to increase transmission efficiency
  • Model trap components using RF-Track for space-charge investigations
  • Oversee acceptance tests and magnetic field measurements for solenoids
  • Conduct cooling and bunching tests with Paul traps
  • Design and modify internal mechanical trap components
  • Perform non-neutral plasma simulations and functional testing

Work Experience

  • 2 - 6 years

Education

  • Master's degree

Languages

  • EnglishBusiness Fluent
  • FrenchBusiness Fluent

Tools & Technologies

  • CAD
  • Particle-In-Cell
  • RFQ cooler-bunchers
  • Paul traps
  • BricsCAD
  • CATIA
  • Python
  • CST particle tracking
  • RF-track

Benefits

Flexible Working

  • Hybrid work

Job Security

  • Contract extension possibility

Additional Allowances

  • Tax-free monthly stipend
  • Monthly family allowance
  • Monthly child allowance
  • Monthly infant allowance
  • Relocation package
  • Installation grant
  • Travel expenses reimbursement

More Vacation Days

  • 30 days paid leave
  • 2 weeks annual closure

Healthcare & Fitness

  • Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement Plans

  • CERN Pension Fund membership

Learning & Development

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