Physicist or Engineer (all genders) for the department Linac Reference: 25.57-6680

JR Germany; Darmstadt; Vor Ort; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading research institution in Darmstadt is seeking a Physicist or Engineer for the Linac department. This role involves supervision of superconducting cavity manufacturing, cryogenic testing, and development of beam dynamics code. The successful candidate will work in an international environment and contribute to groundbreaking research in accelerator technology.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in physics or engineering sciences required.
• Proficiency in English and German essential.

Aufgaben

• Supervision of manufacturing superconducting cavities.
• Cryogenic testing of RF-cavities and operation of cryogenic infrastructure.
• Development and validation of beam dynamics code.

Kenntnisse

Team-oriented

Safety-conscious

Proficiency in English

Proficiency in German

Ausbildung

Master's degree in physics or engineering sciences

Tools

Python programming

Analog and digital electronics

Jobbeschreibung

Job Title:

Physicist or Engineer (all genders) for the department Linac, Darmstadt

Job Details:

• Reference: 25.57-6680
• Location: Darmstadt
• Category: Other
• Work environment: Virtual job fairs
• EU work permit required: Yes
• Job Views: 2
• Posted: 16.05.2025
• Expiry Date: 30.06.2025

Job Description:

GSI Helmholtzzentrum für Schwerionenforschung in Darmstadt operates one of the leading particle accelerators for science. Currently, the new FAIR (Facility for Antiproton and Ion Research), one of the world's largest research projects, is being built in international cooperation. GSI and FAIR offer the opportunity to work in this international environment with a team dedicated to world-class science.

For the Linac (LIN) department, we are seeking a Physicist or Engineer (all genders) to participate in developing the superconducting linear accelerator HELIAC. Currently, the first cryogenic module of HELIAC is in test operation, with two more in manufacturing.

Responsibilities include:

• Supervision of manufacturing superconducting cavities
• Cryogenic testing of RF-cavities, including development of digital low-level RF systems
• Operation of the first cryogenic module
• Participation in beam times
• Development and validation of beam dynamics code
• Operation of cryogenic infrastructure

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in physics or engineering sciences or comparable qualification
• Interest and ability to work with mechanical systems and accelerator installations
• Knowledge in fields such as Radio Frequency, vacuum technology, beam dynamics
• Interest in RF accelerator cavity design and linear accelerators
• Team-oriented and safety-conscious work methods
• Proficiency in English and German

Desirable Qualifications:

• PhD in accelerator science or physics
• Experience in Python programming
• Experience with analog and digital electronics

Offer:

A multifaceted, interesting position within an internationally leading research institution. The position is offered as a 3-year contract with salary according to the collective agreement for public employees (TVöD Bund). Applications from the international community are encouraged. GSI supports women's vocational development, and handicapped persons will be considered preferentially when equally qualified.

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