Accelerator Physicist for Next-Gen Light Source Upgrades
Stanford University
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Job summary
SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is seeking an Accelerator Physicist for the SSRL Accelerator Division to support the SPEAR3 storage ring and its injector, with emphasis on the electron gun and linac. The role includes proposing upgrades, performing accelerator physics measurements, and contributing to a future light source design.
The candidate should have a PhD in accelerator physics or related field with 4+ years of relevant experience, strong programming skills, and excellent
Qualifications
- PhD in accelerator physics or related field or equivalent experience in accelerator and storage ring physics.
- Comprehensive knowledge of storage ring physics including linear and nonlinear beam optics and lattice design.
- Hands-on accelerator expertise, including diagnosing problems during operations.
- Ability to conduct independent research and innovative thinking.
- Strong programming skills and experience with modeling codes.
- Good verbal and written communication; documenting research clearly.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to maintenance and improvement of SPEAR3 storage ring and injector, focusing on electron gun and linac.
- Propose and pursue new directions to improve SSRL accelerator performance.
- Participate in accelerator physics measurements and machine development periods.
- Contribute to design studies for a future next generation light source for SSRL.
- Other duties may be assigned.
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SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is seeking an Accelerator Physicist for the SSRL Accelerator Division to support the SPEAR3 storage ring and its injector, with emphasis on the electron gun and linac. The role includes proposing upgrades, performing accelerator physics measurements, and contributing to a future light source design.
The candidate should have a PhD in accelerator physics or related field with 4+ years of relevant experience, strong programming skills, and excellent
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