Applied Physicist/Engineer - ATLAS ITk at CERN

Twoja Norwegia; Genf; Remote; CHF 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CERN is seeking a highly skilled professional for ITk detector integration and testing within the ATLAS team. You will lead reception testing of silicon pixel detectors, verify integration with ITk Strip Detector, and contribute to software/hardware provision for testing and validation in a cleanroom environment.

We value experience in detector construction, data analysis, and laboratory infrastructure, plus collaboration across physicists, engineers and technicians on long-term international

Qualifications

• Proven experience in construction and integration of silicon pixel detectors.
• Proven experience in testing and data analysis of silicon detector systems.
• Proven experience in detector operation and quality control including lab infra development and commissioning.
• Experience with DAQ/online software or detector control systems for silicon detector testing and operation.
• Master's degree or equivalent in Applied Physics or Engineering or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Reception testing of ITk Silicon Pixel Detector elements and multi-module Pixel structures.
• Testing and verification of integrated ITk Pixel Detector structures and services with the ITk Strip Detector in SR1 at CERN.
• Deploy and improve software and hardware elements for integration testing and service validation (online, detector control, detector safety).
• Document procedures and results for ITk integration testing and service validation; develop testing procedures for the ITk Detector after installation.
• Participate hands-on in the ITk Detector integration work in the surface cleanroom and prepare equipment for testing stages.

Skills

Detector testing

Integration

DAQ software

Data analysis

Documentation

Team collaboration

English

CAD interpretation

Clean room assembly

Education

Master's degree or equivalent

Tools

CAD

Job description

Job description

What you’ll do: The CERN ATLAS Team plays a major role in the construction of the future silicon ATLAS Inner Tracker (ITk). In particular, the final integration of the ITk detector prior to installation in the experiment is a crucial step to validate the full functionality.

Your responsibilities

• Reception testing of ITk Silicon Pixel Detector elements and testing of multi-module Pixel structures to be integrated into the ITk Pixel Outer Barrel.
• Testing and verification of integrated ITk Pixel Detector structures and services as well as combined testing with the ITk Strip Detector in the surface integration facility (SR1) at CERN.
• Deploy and improve software and hardware elements for integration testing and service validation (online, detector control, detector safety) for the Pixel Detector and the combined ITk.
• Document procedures and results for ITk integration testing and service validation and develop testing procedures for the ITk Detector after installation.
• Participate hands‑on in the ITk Detector integration work in the surface cleanroom as well as the preparation of equipment for the different testing stages.

Your profile

• Proven experience in the construction and integration of silicon pixel detectors for high energy physics experiments.
• Proven experience in the testing and data analysis of silicon detector systems.
• Proven experience in silicon detector operation and quality control including the development, installation and commissioning of laboratory infrastructure.
• Experience in the development of DAQ/online software or detector control systems for silicon detector testing and operation.
• Demonstrated experience in working in a multi-disciplinary team and international collaboration, including physicists, engineers and technicians involved in work on detector construction.
• Experience on interpreting CAD designs of mechanics components or cooling plant operation is advantageous.
• Experience with the assembly of sensitive equipment in a clean room environment is advantageous.
• Master's degree or equivalent relevant experience in the field of Applied Physicist or Engineering or a related field.

Your skills

• Testing and validation of detector, accelerator and beam line components.
• Assembly and integration of detectors.
• Construction, test and installation of electromechanical equipment and systems.
• Development of application software.
• Assembly and integration of infrastructure for detectors or experimental facilities.
• Delivers high quality work on time and fulfils expectations.
• Adapts quickly and resourcefully to shifting priorities and requirements.
• Builds and maintains constructive and effective work relationships.
• Works well autonomously; takes on activities and tasks without prompting.
• Expresses opinions, ideas and suggestions with conviction and in a logical/structured manner; keeps to the point.
• Spoken and written English, with a commitment to learn French.

Employment conditions

• A valid driving licence.
• Work in Radiation Areas.
• Interventions in underground installations.
• Work during nights, Sundays and official holidays, when required by the needs of the Organization.
• Contract duration (in months): 48

30 days of paid leave per year plus 2 weeks annual closure.

Job location

Switzerland

Job requirements

Education level

Short-cycle tertiary education

Driving licence

B