Application Physicist II for Accelerator Research

Fermilab; Batavia (IL); On-site; USD 89,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible S

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement benefits

Onsite day care

Job summary

Fermilab is seeking an Application Physicist II who, under general direction, will contribute to accelerator physics and particle physics research requiring scientific training and experience.

The role involves problem definition, solution development, tests, and reporting. It emphasizes modeling/simulation, technical guidance to technicians and scientists, and safety-compliant operations, with onsite work from the Batavia Office.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6+ years post PhD.
• Ph.D. and terms as Research Associate or Associate Scientist or equivalent qualification/experience.

Responsibilities

• Isolate and define problems, develop solutions, and evaluate results.
• Set up and monitor tests and operate facilities with safety compliance.
• Provide technical advice to technicians and scientists on research methods and follow-up experiments.
• Advanced application of modeling and simulation tools.
• Prepare technical reports and papers on R&D activities.
• Participate in laboratory reviews and safety committees.

Skills

Scientific judgment

Modeling & simulation

Education

Ph.D.

Tools

Modeling software

Simulation tools

Job description

Fermilab is seeking an Application Physicist II who, under general direction, will contribute to accelerator physics and particle physics research requiring scientific training and experience.

The role involves problem definition, solution development, tests, and reporting. It emphasizes modeling/simulation, technical guidance to technicians and scientists, and safety-compliant operations, with onsite work from the Batavia Office.