Research Associates (FACET)

SLAC Job Postings

Position Overview

SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is seeking a Research Associates to join the Plasma Acceleration Group in the Accelerator Directorate.

The Plasma Acceleration Group develops and executes experiments in high-gradient plasma acceleration using the unique facilities at the SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory. FACET - Facilities for Accelerator science and Experimental Test beams at SLAC will study plasma acceleration, using short, intense pulses of electrons and positrons from the first 2km of the SLAC linac. The successful candidate will work with the physicists, postdocs, and graduate students from SLAC and external collaborators to develop and conduct experiments at FACET.

Your Specific Responsibilities Include

• Develop the theory of high-gradient particle acceleration in plasma wakefield accelerators.
• Develop experimental apparatus and measurement techniques to test the theories and models.
• Operate accelerator physics experiments and associated apparatus including, but not limited laser systems, electron beams, data acquisition hardware and software.
  
  

Note: This is a two-year fixed term position with the possibility of extension. Research Associates are engaged with the design, support, operation and/or scientific exploitation of the major programs of the laboratory, under the guidance of their scientific supervisor. They are expected to work with a significant degree of independence on one or more specific tasks in support of the research program, frequently interacting with the laboratory¿s scientific community.

To Be Successful In This Position You Will Have

• Ph.D. in physics, electrical engineering, or related technical fields
• Demonstrated research background in experimental physics
• Strong analytical and computation skills in applied electromagnetism.
• Strong technical skills in both Gaussian and electron beam optics
• Strong communication and leadership skills
  
  

Additional Characteristics That Are Highly Desirable Include

• Knowledge of plasma physics is highly desirable
• Experience configuring, aligning, and operating ultrafast lasers systems is a plus.
  
  

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 the job.
• Given the nature of this position, SLAC will require onsite work.
  
  

Work Standards

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for environment, safety and security; communicates related concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned. Meets the applicable roles and responsibilities as described in the ESH Manual, Chapter 1¿General Policy and Responsibilities:
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu
  
  

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Classification Title: Research Associate-Experimental

Grade: G

Job code: 0127

Duration: Fixed Term

The expected pay range for this position is $70,000 - $100,000 per annum. SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory/Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.