Photon Detection Lead Scientist

1 month ago


Vancouver, Canada TRIUMF Full time

Discover TRIUMF, Canada's particle accelerator centre. We are a publicly funded, not-for-profit research lab that is a hub for discovery and innovation.

Our mission is to serve as Canada’s particle accelerator centre. We advance isotope science and technology, both fundamental and applied. We collaborate across communities and disciplines, from nuclear and particle physics to the life and material sciences. We discover and innovate, inspire and educate, creating knowledge and opportunity for all.

TRIUMF's diverse community of nearly 600 multidisciplinary researchers, engineers, technicians, tradespeople, staff, and students create a unique incubator for Canadian excellence, as well as a portal to premier global collaborations. Fueling innovation and improving lives, we are committed to accelerating discovery and shaping a better world.

The position is to lead the development of Single Photon Detectors at TRIUMF and coordinate this effort within the Canadian astro-particle physics community. The position includes a leadership role in the nEXO Silicon Photo-multiplier (SiPM) mass testing project supported by a CFI Innovation Fund 2020 grant.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Responsible for the execution of the nEXO SiPM mass testing project. Define the strategy together with the supervisor and organize the work of all the individuals.
- Define the single photon detector development strategy at TRIUMF together with supervisor. Oversee the implementation of the plan. Contribute to establishing collaboration for device design, manufacturing, and testing.
- Oversee the single photon development infrastructure at TRIUMF, including the existing VERA and MIEL, and oversee their expansion.
- Establish a pan-Canadian collaboration for the development of single photon detectors for astro-particle physics.

**SUPERVISION EXERCISED**:
The incumbent may be asked to supervise students and provide guidance to technical staff.

**KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS**:
The incumbent must have the following expertise and skills:

- World leading expertise in single photon detectors, including modeling, characterization, and implementation in complete systems
- Significant experience in construction and operation of complex detector systems
- Experience in data analysis
- Experience in statistics
- Demonstrated sense of timeliness in completing tasks and projects. “Make project happen”.
- Resourceful and show initiative in their work
- Eager to contribute to the project with a positive attitude. Good team player.

**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND YEARS OF EXPERIENCE**:

- A PhD in physics or engineering physics
- A minimum of 8 years of professional experience
- At least 3 years of experience in a research laboratory or comparable environment (R&D facility)
- World-class experience with operation and characterization of single photon detectors.
- Experience with silicon detector design and modeling.
- Significant experience in managing complex research projects

**Position type**:
Temporary (Fixed Term)

**Hours per week**:
35**Total Rewards**

At TRIUMF, we value our employees and are committed to providing a competitive total rewards package. We offer comprehensive benefits that promote the well-being and security of our staff and provide an excellent opportunity to grow your career in a high-profile national research facility, where you can make a difference.

**Salary Range**:
$86,100.00 - $107,600.00

**Benefits Information**:

- TRIUMF paid dental, extended health, vision care, emergency travel assistance, EAP, Life Insurance, and supplementary Wellness Benefits.
- Excellent Employee Pension Plan
- Disability benefits, and optional additional Life insurance and AD&D.
- Generous time away
- Maternity and paternity leaves and top-ups

**Application closing date**:November 23, 2024

Learn more about the amazing research and work we do at TRIUMF.

Equity, diversity, and inclusion are integral to excellence and enhance our ability to create knowledge and opportunity for all. Together, we are committed to building an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the voices of our employees, students, partners, and the people and communities we serve.

**Contact information**:
**Phone**:604.222.1047
**Fax**:604.222.3791

4004 Wesbrook Mall - Vancouver, BC - V6T 2A3
- TRIUMF is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the xwməθkwəyəm (Musqueam) People, who for millennia have passed on their culture, history, and traditions from one generation to the next on this site._

Pay: $86,100.00-$107,600.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Work Location: In person



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