Full Time Particle Accelerator Operator F/M The European Synchrotron (ESRF)

Diamond Light Source Ltd; Grenoble; On-site; EUR 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift work allowance

Relocation assistance

Job summary

ESRF in Grenoble, France, is seeking a Full Time Particle Accelerator Operator to join the control room on a rotating 3x8h shift. You will monitor accelerator parameters, perform diagnostics, and participate in commissioning and emergency coordination.

The role requires a technician degree and 5+ years in physics measurements, computing, electro-mechanics, electronics or vacuum, plus proficiency in at least one programming language and English or French.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in physics measurements, computing, electro-mechanics, electronics or vacuum.
• Proficiency in at least one computing language.
• Experience with shift operation of technical equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, record, analyse and act on accelerator parameters to maintain performance.
• Carry out diagnostics and repairs to accelerator hardware as needed.
• Coordinate actions in emergency situations for safety of people and equipment.
• Assist in storage ring equipment test and commissioning.

Skills

Physics measurements

Computing

Electro-mechanics

Electronics

Vacuum technology

Programming language

Teamwork

English/French proficiency

Education

Technician degree (BSc, Licence, HND, HNC, BTS, DUT, Bachelor, Meister, etc.)

Job description

At a glance

• Job title: Full Time Particle Accelerator Operator F/M
• Ref.: 26-40-P-ASD-OP
• Contract type: Permanent contract
• Working time: Full-time job
• Salary range: 33.9 K€ minimum
• Publication start on Front Office : Site internet: 09/10/2026

Context & Job description

In a team of eight technicians, you will take part in the running of the EBS (Extremely Brilliant Source) accelerator complex and work on shift in the Control Room with the following missions:

• Monitor, record, analyze and act on the accelerator parameters in order to maintain the level of the machine performance;
• Carry out diagnostics and repairs to the accelerator hardware when breakdowns occur, in collaboration with qualified people on standby if needed;
• Coordinate actions in emergency situations involving the safety of people and equipment;
• Participate in the storage ring equipment test and commissioning.

Shifts are presently organised on a three times 8-hour a day cycle throughout the year, including weekends and public holidays, in compliance with French legislation. You will receive a shift work allowance in this regard.

Expected profile

• You should hold a technician degree (BSc, Licence, HND, HNC, BTS, DUT, Bachelor, Meister, Vordiplo, Perito, Laurea Triennale, Diplomatura, Ingeniera Técnica or equivalent) in a relevant technical field such as Computing, Physics Measurements, Electronics…

Required skills:

• A minimum of 5 years of previous professional experience in at least one of the following fields: measurements in physics, computing, electro-mechanics, electronics or vacuum;
• Proficiency in at least one computing language;
• Notions of radiation protection would be an asset, as well as experience in shift operation of technical equipment;
• Team work capability and autonomy;
• Proficiency in English (working language at the ESRF) and/or French.

Working conditions

Permanent contract.

The salary will be calculated on the basis of relevant qualifications and professional experience.

What makes the ESRF experience unique…

Join an innovative international research institute, with a workforce from 38 different countries

Collaborate with global experts to advance science and address societal challenges

Come and live in a vibrant city, in the heart of the Alps, and Europe’s Green Capital 2022

Enjoy a workplace designed to support your quality of life

Benefit from ourcompetitive compensation and allowances package, including financial support for your relocation to Grenoble

For further information on employment terms and conditions, please refer to “What we offer” section of our Careers page https://www.esrf.fr/Jobs

The ESRF is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from disabled persons.

Company description

The European Synchrotron, the ESRF, is an international research centre based in Grenoble, France.

Through its innovative engineering, pioneering scientific vision and a strong commitment from its 700 staff members, the ESRF is recognised as one of the top research facilities worldwide. Its particle accelerator produces intense X-ray beams that are used by thousands of scientists each year for experiments in diverse fields such as biology, medicine, environmental sciences, cultural heritage, materials science, and physics.

Supported by 19 countries, the ESRF is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity.