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Ion Source Beam Physicist ; Scientist

Job in Los Alamos, Los Alamos County, New Mexico, 87544, USA
Listing for: Los Alamos National Laboratory
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-02
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Research Scientist
  • Research/Development
    Research Scientist
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 128000 - 215900 USD Yearly USD 128000.00 215900.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Ion Source Beam Physicist 2/3 (Scientist 2/3)
** What You Will Do*
* ** This position is open for external candidates only to apply.*
* The Accelerator Operations and Technology Division Applied Electrodynamics (AOT-AE) group is seeking a Scientist 2/3 to provide expertise, support, and technical leadership in all aspects of H+ and H- ion source technology, development and operation. We look for candidates with expertise in source design, integration and operation. This particular position will be funded by the LANSCE Accelerator Modernization Project (LAMP) and will require the candidate to engage in experimental and developmental activities, including operation and oversight of various test stands associated with LAMP.

This position will be filled at either the Scientist 2 or Scientist 3 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate.  Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.

** Scientist 2 ($106,400-$176,000):*
* The selected Scientist 2 will provide expertise, support, and technical leadership in one or more of the following areas:

+ Design, construction and operation of RF-driven H- sources, such as SNS-type sources;

+ Design, construction and operation of RF-driven H+ sources, e.g. ECR-type sources; and

+ Design and operation of accelerators incorporating H+ or H- ion sources and radio frequency quadrupoles.

** Scientist 3 ($128,000-$215,900):*
* The selected Scientist 3 will provide expertise, support, and technical leadership in one or more of the following areas:

+ Working with computational scientists on simulations of RF-driven H- sources, such as SNS-type sources;

+ Working with computational scientists on simulations of RF-driven H+ sources, e.g. ECR-type sources; and

+ Design and optimization of ion accelerators incorporating H+ or H- ion sources, radio frequency quadrupoles, drift-tube linacs, and RF accelerating structures.

+ Development of new projects and leading proposals in their area of expertise.

** What You Need*
* ** Minimum

Job Requirements:

*
* + Demonstrated experience in design, construction and installation of ion sources and test facilities similar to those required to demonstrate key operating parameters of the LAMP ion source.

+ Demonstrated success in meeting or exceeding the expectations of customers and stakeholders in a research organization focused on particle accelerators and in meeting commitments and deliverables.

+ Demonstrated excellence in oral and written communication skills, with both internal and external collaborators and sponsors.

** Additional

Job Requirements for Scientist 3 level:*
* + Demonstrated ability to design ion accelerator systems.

+ Demonstrated ability to develop technical programs in partnership with others.

** Education/Experience at Level 2**  **:
Position requires a Bachelor's degree in a STEM field from an accredited college or university and 4 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. Preference will be given to candidates with a Master's or a PhD degrees.*
* ** Education/Experience at Level 3:*
* ** Position requires a Master's degree in a STEM field from an accredited college or university and 6 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. Preference will be given to candidates with a PhD degree.*
* ** Desired Qualifications**  **:*
* + Demonstrated ability to successfully manage, either directly or matrixed, a small group of scientists, engineers, technologists and technicians.

+ Demonstrated ability to manage budget for a research project.

+ Demonstrated success in setting priorities for and leading efficient, graded implementation of safety, security and safeguards, environmental management, and other core Laboratory business requirements.

** Note to Applicants**  **:
Each applicant must submit a resume and a cover letter addressing the required skills for full consideration.*
* ** Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of…
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