Associate Staff Scientist - SSRL Accelerator Physics

** Job Description*
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* Position Overview:

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* SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory's SPEAR3 is one of the four US Department of Energy synchrotron light sources electron storage rings dedicated to producing brilliant X-ray beams. SPEAR3 serves Stanford Synchrotron Radiation Lightsource (SSRL), a national user facility with a long history of utilizing synchrotron radiation for multi-disciplinary experiments.

We are seeking an Accelerator Physicist to join our Accelerator Physics Group within the SSRL Accelerator Division.  This group's responsibilities include:

+ Physics support for the maintenance and operation of the SSRL accelerator complex, which includes an RF electron gun, 120-MeV linear accelerator, a 10-Hz cycling booster synchrotron to accelerate electrons from 120 MeV to 3 GeV, and the main SPEAR3 storage ring that emits x-ray synchrotron radiation from bend magnets, wigglers and undulators.

+ Propose and help design, manage, and execute upgrades of the existing SSRL accelerators to improve their performance and/or reliability.

+ Design a next generation storage ring as a future source to serve the SSRL photon science community.

This is an exciting time for the SSRL accelerator team. The Accelerator Physics Group is exploring options for a next generation light source for SSRL.  We are investigating which technologies to push to enhance performance of a future light source beyond sources currently in operation or construction.  We are working closely with SSRL photon scientists to establish a strong scientific case for a new SSRL light source.

** Your specific responsibilities include:*
* + Contribute to the Accelerator Physics Group ongoing effort to maintain and improve the performance of the SPEAR3 storage ring and its injector.

+ Participate in accelerator physics measurements and experiments during our regularly scheduled machine development periods.

+ Contribute to design studies for a future next generation light source for SSRL.This work will include simulations and optimization of linear and nonlinear storage ring dynamics.

+ Other duties may also be assigned.

** Note** :
This position is posted at the Associate Staff Scientist level. The Associate Scientist position is a 3-to-5-year fixed-term position and the entry level in the Staff Scientist career path. The Associate Scientist position is scheduled to be assessed after the 3 to 5-year period, with the possibility of appointment to the Staff Scientist level.

Applicants must hold a PhD degree or provide formal confirmation of completion of the PhD degree requirements prior to starting the position. Application materials must include a cover letter, a research statement (including a brief-summary of accomplishments), a curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references for future letters of recommendation.

SLAC is a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) laboratory operated by Stanford University and based in Menlo Park, CA. Given the nature of this position, SLAC will require on-site work.

** To be successful in this position, you will bring:*
* + A PhD in accelerator physics or related field or equivalent experience with minimum 2 years of relevant experience in accelerator and storage ring physics.

+ Comprehensive knowledge of storage ring physics including linear and nonlinear beam optics and lattice design.

+ Hands-on accelerator expertise, including the ability to quickly diagnose problems that develop with the accelerators during operations.

+ Aptitude with computer modeling codes as well as strong programming skills.

+ Good verbal and written communication skills and the ability to clearly document scientific research and projects.

** 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, 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…