Particle Accelerator Operator

Join the team operating CERN's accelerator complex from the CERN Control Centre. Operate proton and ion accelerators, contribute to development of applications and tools, and support the technical infrastructure to deliver particle beams for physics programs.

Responsibilities

• Take part in the 24/7 shift team which runs CERN's accelerator complex.
• Operate proton and/or ion accelerators (Linac3, Linac4, PSB, LEIR and/or PS) and the beam lines to the associated experimental facilities on a shift basis, ensuring the safe and timely execution of the physics schedule and obtaining the defined beam performance goals.
• Work closely with accelerator physicists to set up and optimise the accelerator operation and to design, document, commission and optimise various operational scenarios.
• Participate in the development of applications and advanced tools as part of a team or in collaboration with engineers or physicists within the OP group or within a specialised equipment group.
• Outside periods of accelerator operation, assist the technical infrastructure team with the operation of CERN's technical infrastructure or other CERN equipment groups, if required.

Requirements

• Initial work experience in a technical or scientific environment.
• Experience in the field of physics, engineering or computing.
• Basic knowledge of software engineering in a modern development language environment.
• Familiarity with automation concepts and techniques, with an interest in improving operational efficiency and reliability.
• Drive to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team and contribute to continuous operational improvements.
• Experience in the field of operating large facilities and their associated hardware (e.g. measurement devices, power converter techniques, vacuum equipment, PLCs, work in controlled radiation areas, etc.) would be an asset.
• Higher Technical or Administrative Diploma or equivalent in the field of Administration, Computer Engineering, Data Analysis (non-exhaustive) or a related field.
• A valid driving licence.
• Shift work, including nights, Sundays and official holidays.
• Given the occupational health risks associated with this position, the selected candidate must obtain medical clearance before a contract offer is confirmed.

Skills

• Particle Accelerator Operation
• Physics
• Engineering
• Computing
• Software Engineering
• Automation Techniques
• Operational Efficiency
• Large Facility Operation
• Measurement Devices Operation
• Power Converter Techniques
• Vacuum Equipment Handling
• PLC Operation
• Controlled Radiation Area Work
• Shift work
• Technical Infrastructure Support
• Application Development
• Data Analysis
• Driving License

Languages

English, French