Radiation Physicist for FCC-ee

Big Science Sweden; Genf; Hybrid; CHF 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Big Science Sweden in Geneva is seeking a professional to perform Monte Carlo radiation transport studies for the FCC-ee project. The role involves quantifying radiation exposure and contributing to the design of effective shielding solutions for the FCC-ee tunnel infrastructure.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree with significant experience or a PhD with limited experience, along with a background that meets the eligibility criteria. This position promises a dynamic work environment in leading-edge research.

Qualifications

• 2 to 6 years of professional experience with a Master's degree.
• Maximum of 3 years of professional experience with a PhD.
• No previous CERN fellow or graduate contract.

Responsibilities

• Perform Monte Carlo radiation transport studies for FCC-ee.
• Quantify radiation exposure of machine components.
• Contribute to the design of shielding solutions.

Education

Master's degree

PhD

Job description

In this role, you will perform Monte Carlo radiation transport studies for the FCC-ee experimental insertions, quantifying the radiation exposure of machine components and equipment installed in the FCC-ee tunnel. You will contribute to the design and optimisation of shielding solutions for both the final focus quadrupoles and the tunnel infrastructure. In addition, you will perform radiation background studies for the experiments.

Be sure to meet the eligibility criteria

• By the application deadline, you have a master’s degree with 2 to 6 years of professional experience since graduation or a PhD with a maximum of 3 years of professional experience since graduation. You are not eligible with only a bachelor’s degree.
• You have never had a CERN fellow or graduate contract before.
• Please pay attention to the additional criteria and requirements for this specific position and mentioned above.