Accelerator Postdoc for TRIUMF Terahertz Photon Source

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The advertised position is associated with providing accelerator physics support to the project. The incumbent is expected to produce beam optics designs of the new beam transport and bunch compression sections. This includes developing specifications in consultation with other team members, performing beam optics and space charge dominated beam dynamics simulations, proposing a design to the team for review, and overseeing the detailed design and fabrication stages. In addition, the incumbent is expected to participate in beam delivery and accelerator studies. Other possible opportunities may arise in the areas of optimization of the THz production and detection. With time the incumbent is expected to take a leading role in the project. Optionally, and depending on the availability of research funding, the term of the position may be extended to allow the incumbent to participate in the installation and commissioning phases.

Responsibilities:

- Perform beam optics and beam dynamics simulations to optimize the accelerator structure for the coherent THz radiation production;
- Participate in beam delivery and accelerator studies;
- Work in close collaboration with other TRIUMF beam physicists to integrate the new components into the existing layout;
- Produce documentation including requirement specifications, design notes and commissioning plans;
- Participate in the weekly Beam Physics Department meeting;
- Maintain international connections in accelerator physics and beam instrumentation;
- Optionally: participate in testing, installation and commissioning of accelerator components;
- Optionally: participate in preparation of THz experiments and actual THz measurements.

Supervision exercised:

No supervisory duties are associated with the position.

Knowledge and skills:

Knowledge of theoretical and experimental aspects of accelerator physics is required for the position. Practical experience in construction and commissioning of particle accelerators, especially modern low emittance photoemission driven electron injectors, would be beneficial. Previous experience in performing beam dynamic simulations involving space charge using computer codes such as ASTRA, WARP or similar will be considered advantageous.

Nuclear Energy Worker:

The position requires the incumbent to be trained and designated as a TRIUMF Nuclear Energy Worker (NEW). Training would be provided by TRIUMF.

Minimum qualifications and years of experience:

Must have a Ph.D. in accelerator physics (received within 5 years), with a minimum of 2 years of experience in designing accelerator systems (inclusive of the experience acquired as a Ph.D. student).

Employment Type: 2-year Fixed Term

Role Type: Individual Contributor

Work Hours: 35 hours per week

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 Information: $65,000 - 76,000

Benefits Information:

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

Postdoctoral applications must:

- Upload cover letter, brief statement of research interests, detailed CV with a list of publications.
- Arrange for 3 letters of reference sent directly to recruiting@triumf.ca and include JR number (JRXXXXXX) in subject line.

Application closing date: April 06, 2025

Apply now and be part of our extraordinary journey.

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As an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity, we encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalised on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Contact information:
Email: recruiting@triumf.ca
Phone: 604.222.1047
Fax: 604.222.3791

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