Research Scientist/Engineer 2 - CENPA Van de Graaff Accelerator
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Location: Seattle, WA 98115
Description:
As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.
UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
The Center for Experimental Nuclear Physics and Astrophysics (CENPA) has an outstanding opportunity for a Research Scientist/Engineer 2.
CENPA is a fertile environment for experimental physics research, exploring fundamental symmetries, particles, and new theories beyond the Standard Model. The lab hosts a Tandem Van de Graaff (VdG) accelerator originally installed in 1965 and upgraded in the 1980s and 1990s, whose particle beam and target chambers support multiple cutting-edge experiments. These include sensitive tests of the weak interaction using He-6 and Ne-19 radioactive isotopes and new techniques in cyclotron radiation emission spectroscopy (CRES), tests of state-of-the-art silicon sensors for the PIONEER experiment, production of multiple isotopes producing gamma-ray calibration sources, and many others.
The successful candidate for the RSE2 position will bring engineering and operations skills to the Van de Graaff Accelerator Group, assisting in the team effort of operation for science runs, servicing accelerator hardware, and interacting with experimenters from He6-CRES, LEGEND, PIONEER, DAMIC, Project 8, and others.
CENPA is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you're passionate about this role but don't meet every desired qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. Your unique skills and perspective could make you the perfect fit.
Responsibilities
Operate the Van de Graaff accelerator as a key member of the Accelerator Group, balancing beam time for research groups with engineering and maintenance needs of the machine (e.g. work on ion sources, vacuum systems, liquid and gas handling, and cryogenics). (35%)
Assist in troubleshooting electrical issues with the Van de Graaff, interpreting schematics, tracing faults, and recommending solutions (10%)
Contribute to projects to design and upgrade the accelerator control system and hardware, to facilitate flexibility for future projects. (10%)
Develop maintenance schedules and lead preventative maintenance on: vacuum systems, liquid and gas handling, mechanical systems and structures, and electrical systems. (20%)
Team member on multiple CENPA engineering teams and research groups with interfaces to the VdG accelerator: He6-CRES, PIONEER, LEGEND, etc. Contribute to research reporting sections in annual reports. (10%)
Lead / supervise in the completion of various facility tasks, including safety surveys. (10%)
Perform various facility clean-up and maintenance tasks. (5%)
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Physics, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, OR equivalent combination of education & experience.
Desired
Familiarity with hand tools, vacuum systems, and electronic systems.
Experience interpreting schematics for electrical, mechanical, and liquid/gas handling systems.
Experience with accelerators or other high-vacuum hardware systems.
Familiarity with CAD design, Python/C++ programming.
Ability to make clear presentations and write reports.
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at [redacted] or [redacted].
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.
UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
The Center for Experimental Nuclear Physics and Astrophysics (CENPA) has an outstanding opportunity for a Research Scientist/Engineer 2.
CENPA is a fertile environment for experimental physics research, exploring fundamental symmetries, particles, and new theories beyond the Standard Model. The lab hosts a Tandem Van de Graaff (VdG) accelerator originally installed in 1965 and upgraded in the 1980s and 1990s, whose particle beam and target chambers support multiple cutting-edge experiments. These include sensitive tests of the weak interaction using He-6 and Ne-19 radioactive isotopes and new techniques in cyclotron radiation emission spectroscopy (CRES), tests of state-of-the-art silicon sensors for the PIONEER experiment, production of multiple isotopes producing gamma-ray calibration sources, and many others.
The successful candidate for the RSE2 position will bring engineering and operations skills to the Van de Graaff Accelerator Group, assisting in the team effort of operation for science runs, servicing accelerator hardware, and interacting with experimenters from He6-CRES, LEGEND, PIONEER, DAMIC, Project 8, and others.
CENPA is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you're passionate about this role but don't meet every desired qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. Your unique skills and perspective could make you the perfect fit.
Responsibilities
Minimum Requirements
Desired
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at [redacted] or [redacted].
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.