Research Associate - TID AEM/CED

Research Associate - TID AEM/CED

Job ID

5802

Location

SLAC - Menlo Park, CA

Full-Time

Temporary

SLAC Job Postings

Position Overview:

The Technology Innovation Directorate (TID), a directorate of the SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory seeks two Postdoctoral Scholars (Research Associate) to work on advanced charged particle and high density plasma simulations, and plasma diagnostics. The postdoctoral researcher will perform research work under the guidance of Prof. Emilio Nanni or Dr. Cho-Kuen Ng. This R&D is in collaboration with the Scorpius project and the Nevada National Security Site (NNSS). Work will be performed at SLAC and collaborative on-site visits and experiments at NNSS are anticipated.

Given the nature of this position, SLAC will require onsite work.

Your specific job responsibilities include:

Project 1: Bam Transport Simulations

The candidate will work on simulation of beam transport in media using particle-in-cell (PIC) codes for self-consistent electromagnetic beam-material interactions. The scope of work includes beam-plasma simulation using high-performance computing (HPC) plasma codes such as WarpX, studying desorption models, and implementing the relevant physics in the codes. Simulation workflow will be developed to integrate modeling results with hydrodynamic simulation codes in the HPC environment. In addition to having knowledge in beam physics, the candidate's experiences in C++ programing, MPI parallel implementation and GPU offload would be useful for the work.

Project 2: Plasma Diagnostics

The candidate will work on developing a plasma diagnostic that will be utilized for understanding the temporal and spatial properties/composition of a rapidly expanding plasma/plume. The scope of work includes the development of a test setup which is deployable and characterizing the performance of this test setup on rf induced breakdown events. The plasma diagnostic will be designed for compatibility as a beamline diagnostic. Candidates with knowledge and experience in accelerator physics, plasma physics and laboratory experience with high power rf, x-ray sources or plasma experiments are desired.

Note: The Research Associate role is a fixed term staff position. This is a 2 years fixed-term appointment with the possibility of extension. Assignment duration is contingent upon project needs and funding.

Applicants must provide evidence of either a recently completed PhD degree or confirmation of completion of the PhD degree requirements prior to starting the position. Applicants should also include a cover letter, a statement of research area including brief summary of accomplishments, a curriculum vitae, a list of publications, and names of three references for future letters of recommendation with the application.

To be successful in this position you will bring:

• Ph.D. in physics, applied physics, engineering or related fields, and coursework or/and research experience in the following areas:

• RF accelerator technology and electron beam dynamics

o Previous experience with electromagnetic simulation software such as CST, Ansys HFSS or COMSOL

• Strong experimental, analytical and computation skills

• C++ programing and parallel computing for position in bean transport simulations

• Effective written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work and communicate effectively with a diverse population

• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment

SLAC Employee Competencies:

• Effective Decisions: Uses job knowledge and solid judgment to make quality decisions in a timely manner.

• Self-Development: Pursues a variety of venues and opportunities to continue learning and developing.

• Dependability: Can be counted on to deliver results with a sense of personal responsibility for expected outcomes.

• Initiative: Pursues work and interactions proactively with optimism, positive energy, and motivation to move things forward.

• Adaptability: Flexes as needed when change occurs, maintains an open outlook while adjusting and accommodating changes.

• Communication: Ensures effective information flow to various audiences and creates and delivers clear, appropriate written, spoken, presented messages.

• Relationships: Builds relationships to foster trust, team collaboration, and a positive climate to achieve common goals.

Physical requirements and Working conditions:

• Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

WORK STANDARDS:

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.

• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for environment, safety and security; communicates related concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned. Meets the applicable roles and responsibilities as described in the ESH Manual, Chapter 1-General Policy and Responsibilities:~~~

• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, ~~~

• Classification Title: Research Associate-Experimental

• Grade: G

• Job code: 0127

• Duration: Fixed Term

The expected pay range for this position is $70,000 to $100,000 per annum. SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory/Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.

SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer and supports diversity in the workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. All staff at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory must be able to demonstrate the legal right to work in the United States. SLAC is an E-Verify employer.