Application Physicist

Fermi Research Alliance, LLC; Batavia (IL); On-site; USD 89,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Fermilab in Batavia, IL seeks an Application Physicist II to contribute to accelerator or particle physics research under general direction. The role involves problem solving, test setup, and operation of facilities such as beam lines, detectors, or experimental systems including computational components.

Applicants will advance modeling and simulation efforts, prepare technical reports, and may join laboratory reviews and safety committees. Onsite work and rigorous safety practices are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6+ years post PhD.
• Appointment is generally for an indefinite period; appointees will usually possess a Ph.D. and have completed one or two terms as a Research Associate or one term as an Associate Scientist or have equivalent qualification and/or experience.
• Position requires the exercise of scientific and technical judgment. Duties will require application of advanced experience. Has independent judgement and limited to Supervisor/Manager approval.

Responsibilities

• Isolate and define problems, test and evaluate solutions; operate facilities per safety specs.
• Provide technical advice to Technicians and other scientists on methods, troubleshooting, results, and follow-up experiments.
• Advanced modeling and simulation tool use.
• Prepare technical reports and papers on R&D activities.
• May participate in laboratory reviews and safety committees.
• Abide by EH&S regulations and practices.

Skills

Post-PhD experience

Technical advisory

Modeling & simulation

Education

Ph.D. in Physics

Job description

The expected hiring range for this position is:

$88,800.00-$125,600.00.

Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such the scope and responsibilities of the position, qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

About the Role

Fermilab is seeking an Application Physicist II who under general direction will contribute to a variety of activities in accelerator physics or particle physics research requiring scientific training and experience.

What your day-to-day as an Application Physicist II will look like

• Job assignments may include isolating and defining problems, producing effective solutions and evaluating results. Sets up and monitors tests and contributes to the operation of facilities ensuring efficient functioning and conformance with safety specifications and regulations. May be responsible for the operation of a technical system such as a beam line, accelerator system, a detector or experimental system including computational systems.


• Provides technical advice to Technicians and other scientific professionals regarding the technical aspects of the research, including methods development, trouble-shooting problems, interpreting results and planning follow-up experiments.


• Advanced application of modeling and simulation tools.


• Prepares technical reports and papers on research and development activities.


• May participate on Laboratory reviews and Safety Committees.Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.


• Abides by and is responsible for performing all duties in accordance with all environmental, health and safety regulations and practices pertinent to this position.

Essential Competencies and Attributes for Success

• Minimum of 6+ years post PhD.


• Appointment is generally for an indefinite period; appointees will usually possesses a Ph.D. and have completed one or two terms as a Research Associate or one term as an Associate Scientist or have equivalent qualification and/or experience.

Applicable Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Position requires the exercise of scientific and technical judgment. Duties will require application of advanced experience. Has independent judgement and limited to Supervisor/Manager approval.

Work Arrangement

Please note that the described work arrangement is subject to change based on business needs and is not guaranteed to be final.

• Onsite: This is an onsite role, and the candidate must be able to work from our Batavia Office.

Benefits/Perks

Fermilab offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Accounts


• Paid time off


• Life insurance


• Short and Long-term disability insurance


• Retirement benefits


• Onsite day care

Why Fermilab

Fermilab is America's premier laboratory for particle physics and accelerator research, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. We support discovery science experiments in Illinois and locations around the world, including deep underground mines in South Dakota and Canada, mountaintops in Arizona and Chile, CERN in Europe and the South Pole.

Pre-Employment Screening

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HSPD-12

In accordance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) new employees are required to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a federal background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws. Failure to obtain or maintain such government access authorization could result in the withdrawal of a job offer or future termination of employment.

Foreign Government Sponsored Activities

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Equal Opportunity Statement

Fermilab is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.