Trainee load-lock system travelling-wave RF photogun

Trainee for a load-lock system for the travelling-wave RF photogun

Join to apply for the Trainee for a load-lock system for the travelling-wave RF photogun role at Swiss Light Source.

The travelling-wave TW RF photogun has demonstrated excellent performance during high‑power testing. However, in the current design, there are areas to improve in the RF fingers and cathode alignment. The current system limits operational flexibility when operating with semiconductor photocathodes and also lacks the reproducibility of the cathode alignment that requires ~100 micron precision.

Develop an improved photocathode load‑lock system incorporating a new spring‑based design alignment system to enhance reproducibility and allow use of semiconductor cathode materials. The project is divided into two parts:

• Core Task:
  Develop a mechanical concept and simulation/model for the new load‑lock system
• Advanced Task (for experienced students):
  Produce a system prototype and/or test concepts

• You are a student in mechanical engineering or a related field, and you are at least in your ultimate year of undergraduate study (minimum 4 semesters)
• Interest in vacuum, high‑power electronics or RF systems is advantageous
• You have not yet completed your Master’s thesis

The contract will be limited to 3 months.

For further information, please contact Reto Fortunati, phone +41 56 310 23 05, or Dr Thomas Lucas, phone +41 56 310 50 81.

Please submit your application online for the position as a trainee (index no. 8415‑25721).