Senior Beam Physicist: Accelerator Optics & Systems Lead

Niowave; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical isotope company in Lansing is seeking a Beam Physicist responsible for designing and implementing beam optics for superconducting accelerators. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in accelerator physics and 5+ years of relevant experience. This role involves significant mentoring responsibilities and collaboration with various engineering teams. The position operates mainly during weekdays with travel expected between multiple company locations, emphasizing teamwork and integrity.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with accelerators in a research or production environment.
• Broad understanding of accelerator beam physics and beamline technology.
• Expert level analytical skills; ability to mentor team members in beam physics.

Responsibilities

• Maintain calculations of the beam optics for the superconducting accelerator.
• Interface with controls engineers to automate control of beamline elements.
• Train operations staff in the operation of high-power electron beamlines.

Skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Project management skills

Communication and learning styles assessment

Experience in mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accelerator physics or equivalent

Job description

A leading medical isotope company in Lansing is seeking a Beam Physicist responsible for designing and implementing beam optics for superconducting accelerators. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in accelerator physics and 5+ years of relevant experience. This role involves significant mentoring responsibilities and collaboration with various engineering teams. The position operates mainly during weekdays with travel expected between multiple company locations, emphasizing teamwork and integrity.