Experimental Ion Beam Physicist 4 (Scientist 4)

Los Alamos National Laboratory; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 154,000 - 267,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Relocation package

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory in Los Alamos, NM seeks a Scientist 4 to provide expertise and technical leadership in H+ and H- ion beam physics, beamline development, optimization, operation, and diagnostics. The role involves experimental and developmental activities for LAMP, including overseeing test stands and contributing to program development for national security and non-defense applications.

The position requires design, construction, and operation of ion accelerators, management of

Qualifications

• Experience in operation of ion sources, ion source test facilities, and/or ion beam accelerator facilities.
• Ability to design, commission, and operate ion accelerator systems.
• Experience in designing, commissioning, and operation of ion beam diagnostics.
• Proven track record coordinating with customers and sponsors in a research setting.
• Demonstrated leadership, priority setting, mentoring, and team building.
• Clear ability to pursue technical programs in partnership with others.
• Current Q clearance or ability to obtain one (U.S. citizenship required).

Responsibilities

• Design, construction, and operation of ion accelerators with H+ or H- sources, RFQs, drift-tube linacs, and RF structures.
• Build and operate LAMP-related test stands (RFQTS; LAT).
• Collaborate with computational scientists on ion beam dynamics.
• Develop ion beam diagnostics for test stands.
• Lead new projects and proposals; participate in AOT-AE leadership.

Skills

Ion beam physics

Ion sources

Leadership

Communication

Education

Master's degree in STEM

PhD preferred

Job description

What You Will Do

The Accelerator Operations and Technology Division Applied Electrodynamics (AOT-AE) group is seeking a Scientist 4 to provide expertise, support, and technical leadership in all aspects of H+ and H- ion beam, physics, beamline development, optimization, operation, and diagnostics. We look for candidates with expertise in beam physics starting with the ion source, beam propagation, beam manipulation, acceleration from very low energies, and ion beam measurements. This particular position will be funded by the LANSCE Accelerator Modernization Project (LAMP) and will require the candidate to engage in experimental and developmental activities, including operation and oversight of various test stands associated with LAMP.

Scientist 4: $ 153,600 - $ 266,500

• Design, construction, and operation of ion accelerators incorporating H+ or H- ion sources, radiofrequency quadrupoles, drift-tube linacs, and RF accelerating structures.
• Design, construction and operation of test stands of relevance to LAMP project, such as the radiofrequency-quadrupole test stand (RFQTS);
• Design, construction and operation of test stands of relevance to LAMP project, such as the LAMP in the ADEF Tunnel (LAT) demonstration test stand;
• Working with computational scientists on developing understanding of the ion beam dynamics in ion accelerator test stands;
• Development of ion beam diagnostics for the relevant test stands;
• Development of new projects and leading proposals in their area of expertise; and
• Serve as part of the AOT-AE leadership team and oversee a broad range of basic and applied accelerator science and technology programs for national security and non-defense applications, including participation in program development of projects both internal and external to the Los Alamos National Laboratory.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Demonstrated experience in operation of ion sources, ion source test facilities, and/or ion beam accelerator facilities similar to those required to demonstrate key operating parameters of the LAMP ion source.
• Demonstrated ability to design, commission, and operate ion accelerator systems.
• Demonstrated experience in designing, commissioning, and operation of the ion beam diagnostics.
• Demonstrated success in meeting or exceeding the expectations of customers and stakeholders in a research organization focused on particle accelerators and in meeting commitments and deliverables.
• Demonstrated excellence in oral and written communication skills, with both internal and external collaborators and sponsors.
• Demonstrated ability to develop technical programs in partnership with others.
• Demonstrated leadership experience and skills in setting priorities and assigning tasks, performance evaluation, mentoring of employees, coaching, team building, and conflict resolution.
• Demonstrated ability to nurture and develop research, engineering, and technical support staff.

Education/ Experience at Level 4

Position requires a Master's degree in a STEM field from an accredited college or university and 12 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. Preference will be given to candidates with a PhD degree.

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage, either directly or matrixed, a group of greater than 10 people.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a multi-million-dollar budget.
• Knowledge of Laboratory, DOD, DOE, and other national programs of relevance to the Group and Division's activities.
• A clear vision of what the future of particle accelerators should look like and how this relates to both existing technology and what technology might look like in the coming years.
• Demonstrated success in setting priorities for and leading efficient, graded implementation of safety, security and safeguards, environmental management, and other core Laboratory business requirements.
• A current Q clearance, or the ability to obtain such, which normally requires U.S. citizenship.

Note to Applicants

Each applicant must submit a resume and a cover letter addressing the required skills for full consideration. Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents (\"green card\" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.

Work Location

The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

Position Commitment

Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.

Where You Will Work

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security.

Our generous benefits package includes:

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
• Dental and vision insurance
• Free basic life and disability insurance
• Paid childbirth and parental leave
• Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)

Additional Details

Directive 206.2

- Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

No Clearance

Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.

New-Employment Drug Test

The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.

Equal Opportunity

Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to [e-mail] or call (505)-664-6947.