NASA Space Radiation Lab Associate

Brookhaven Science Associates, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 81,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) has an opening for a NSRL staff member to join the NSRL facility. The NSRL uses proton and heavy ion beams from the Lab's Booster synchrotron to simulate the radiation environment of space.

NASA conducts radiobiology experiments to learn about the effects of space radiation on astronauts. This onsite role requires coordinating with researchers and main control room operators, preparing beam, running experiments, and maintaining equipment.

Qualifications

• BS in Physics or Engineering or related field.
• At least three years of relevant experience in particle, nuclear, or radiation physics.
• Clear and concise oral and written communication skills.
• Computing proficiency including Excel.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare beam for experiments with ion source and operators; tune, shape, archive, and calibrate beam.
• Deliver exposures and distribute run summaries to researchers.
• Maintain daily records of NSRL activities for NASA.
• Assist researchers in setting up and running equipment during exposure time.
• Develop technical and research projects for NSRL.
• Maintain equipment used to monitor and control the beam.
• Communicate with MCR and Ion Source Operators about accelerator performance.
• Respond to alarms and emergencies per SOPs.
• Identify hazards and implement risk controls.

Skills

Communication skills

Excel

Flexible schedule

Fast-paced environment

Education

BS in Physics/Engineering

MS in Physics

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Ion Chambers

Photomultipliers

Lasers

Data Acquisition Systems

Job description

Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) has an opening for a NASA Space Radiation Laboratory (NSRL) staff member to join the team at the NSRL facility. The NSRL uses proton and heavy ion beams from the Lab's Booster synchrotron to simulate the radiation environment of space. NASA conducts radiobiology experiments to learn about the effects of space radiation on astronauts. The space industry tests electronics for radiation tolerance.

In this role you will be a liaison to researchers and main control room operators in the preparation and execution of experiments, as well as maintaining and monitoring equipment operation and performance. It is necessary to be able to work a flexible schedule, which includes evenings and occasional weekends. Schedules can change on short notice.This position has a high level of interaction with a multidisciplinary scientific community.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work with Ion Source and Main Control Room Operators (MCR) to prepare beam for experiments, tune and shape beam, archive, and calibrate beam
• Deliver exposures and distribute run summaries to researchers
• Daily recordkeeping of NSRL activities for NASA
• Assist researchers in setting up and running equipment throughout the exposure time
• Develop technical and research projects for NSRL
• Maintenance of equipment used to monitor and control the beam
• Communicate with MCR Operators and Ion Source Operators regarding accelerator performance
• Respond to emergency situations, alarms, or occurrences based on standard operating procedures
• Identify hazards, environmental concerns and unsafe conditions or practices and implement or suggest controls to minimize risks

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Physics, Engineering or a related field.
• At least three years' relevant experience in particle physics, nuclear physics or radiation physics
• Clear and concise oral and written communication skills
• Computing proficiency to include Excel spreadsheets
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including extended hours, evenings, or weekends as business needs require, while typically maintaining a five-day workweek
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Master's Degree in Physics
• Experience in accelerator operations
• Experience in detector development
• Familiarity with Oscilloscopes, Ion Chambers, Photomultipliers, Lasers, Data Acquisition Systems

Environmental, Health & Safety Requirements:

• Ability to work well in a high stress environment
• Ability to hear alarms
• Good depth vision, distance and color
• Alertness and vigilance
• Moderate lifting up to 30 pounds
• Demonstrated commitment to working safely, acting ethically, and taking personal accountability for operational excellence

Other Information:

• This is a fully onsite position located at BNL.
• Brookhaven National Laboratory is committed to providing fair, equitable and competitive compensation. The full salary range for this position is $80600 - $91000 / year. Salary offers will be commensurate with the final candidate’s qualification, education and experience and considered with the internal peer group.
• Brookhaven National Laboratory is committed to employee success and we believe that a comprehensive employee benefits program is an important and meaningful part of the compensation employees receive. Review more information at BNL | Benefits Program
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• As a U.S. Department of Energy laboratory, Brookhaven National Laboratory requires employees to obtain and maintain a DOE Uncleared Personal Identity Verification (UPIV) credential in accordance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) requirements. The credentialing process is completed as part of onboarding and enables access to DOE facilities and information systems. As a condition of employment, the selected candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a UPIV credential. These requirements are established under DOE Order 206.2 Chg. 2, Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM- Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM) ) , and DOE Order 473.1A- Physical Protection Program- Physical Protection Program .

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