Beam Instrumentation Physicist

Oak Ridge National Laboratory; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Retirement Plan

Flexible Work Hours

Employee Discounts

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

Oak Ridge National Laboratory seeks a Beam Instrumentation Physicist to design, develop, implement, and maintain beam instrumentation and control systems for the SNS. The role covers hardware, firmware, software, RF interfaces, and laser subsystems with 24/7 operations support.

The ideal candidate has a PhD in accelerator science or related field, plus experience in beam instrumentation, electronics, and real-time systems. VISA sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• PhD in accelerator science or related field (MS in physics related field considered with 3+ years of relevant experience)
• 2+ years of relevant technical experience in design, R&D, construction, commissioning, operation, maintenance and improvement of accelerator systems
• Extensive knowledge of beam instrumentation and/or accelerator physics, or similar instrumentation
• Working knowledge of electronics hardware
• Experience with real-time operating systems
• Experience with LabVIEW
• Experience with FPGA programming
• Experience with analog electronics development

Responsibilities

• Supports operation and ownership of SNS beam instrumentation hardware, firmware, and software (DBCMs, Electron Scanner, Target Imaging System) and upgrades
• Develops beam study plans to improve SNS accelerator instrumentation performance and participates in shifts
• Communicates results at conferences and in SNS notes, proceedings, and journals
• Assists group leader with goal setting, planning, and graduate student coordination
• Ensures compliance with ESH&Q, including ISMS
• Provides operational support for accelerator systems with sometimes off-hours and weekend work for 24/7 SNS operations
• Promotes ORNL core values and equal opportunity in the workplace
• Helps prepare and maintain security credentials and background checks as required

Job description

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We are seeking a Beam Instrumentation Physicist to support the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of beam instrumentation computer systems, electronic control and monitoring systems, RF interface components, and laser control subsystems for the Spallation Neutron Source (SNS). This position resides in the Beam Instrumentation Group in the Accelerator Science and Technology Section, Research Accelerator Division, Neutron Sciences Directorate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL).

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

Supports operation and holds intellectual ownership of the hardware, firmware, and software for SNS beam instrumentation systems, including the Differential Beam Current Monitors (DBCMs), Electron Scanner, and Target Imaging System; develops and implements upgrades and new systems as needs arise.

Develops lines of inquiry and beam study plans to improve SNS accelerator beam instrumentation performance andparticipatesin shifts to pursue them.

Participates in scientific conferences and workshops and publishes results in SNS technical notes, proceedings, and journals.

Contributes to group and sectiongoal-setting, resource planning, and policy development, andassiststhe group leader in coordinating graduate student work.

Ensures compliance with ESH&Q program requirements, including ISMS.

Provides operational support for accelerator systems; typical office hours, with occasional off-hours and weekend supportrequiredfor 24/7 SNS operations.

Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promoteequal opportunityby fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Basic Qualifications:

A PhD degree in accelerator science, or a related discipline(an MSdegree in physics or a related disciplinewill be considered with at least 3 years of relevant experience).

Two or more years of relevant technical experience in design, research and development, construction, commissioning, operation, maintenance, and improvement of accelerator systems after degree.

Extensive knowledgeof beam instrumentation and/or accelerator physics, or similar instrumentation.

Working knowledge of electronics hardware.

Preferred Qualifications:

A solid understanding of physics theory, particularly electrodynamics.

Experience working with an accelerator, such as in a control room, conducting accelerator-based experiments, or performing accelerator simulations.

Experience programming in real-time operating systems.

Experience with LabVIEW programming.

Experience with FPGA programming.

Experience with analog electronics development.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Security, Credentialing, and Eligibility Requirements:

• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain an HSPD-12 PIV badge.
• For employment at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), a Real ID compliant form of identification will be required.
• Additionally, ORNL is subject to Department of Energy (DOE) access restrictions. All employees must also be able to obtain and maintain a federal Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card as mandated by Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, which requires a favorable post-employment background investigation.
• To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a Federal Tier 1 background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.
  

Benefits at ORNL:

• We offercompetitive pay and benefits programs to attract andretainhardworkingpeople!The laboratory offers many employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans, and flexible work hours, to help you and your family live happy and healthy. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also provided for convenience.
• Prescription Drug Plan
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Contributory Pension Plan
• Life Insurance
• Disability Benefits
• Generous Vacation and Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Educational Assistance
• Employee Discounts
• Relocation Assistanceis available for certain positions.

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This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.