Applied Physicist of the Neutrino Platform

vor 1 Monat


Genf, Genf, Schweiz CERN Vollzeit
Job Description

CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, is seeking a highly skilled physicist to join its team in the Neutrino Platform. As an Applied Physicist, you will play a key role in developing detector technologies for the DUNE Vertical Drift detector and leading the construction of the Charge Readout Planes.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design, test, and commission detector and readout systems of large volume Liquid Argon Time Projection Chambers.
  • Lead the design and construction of the Charge Readout Plane (CRP) modules of the DUNE Vertical Drift Detector.
  • Represent CERN in the DUNE experiment's scientific and technical consortia.
  • Develop innovative detector technologies for accelerator-based neutrino experiments.
  • Support other R&D projects of relevance for the CERN Neutrino Platform project and the EP Neutrino group.
  • Analyze, interpret, and document the performance of measurements of large-scale neutrino detectors.
  • Participate in communication, academic trainings, and outreach activities.
Requirements
  • PhD or equivalent relevant experience in particle physics or a related field.
  • Experience in development, construction, and operations of large noble-liquid particle detectors.
  • Experience participating actively in large particle physics experiments.
Technical Competencies
  • Knowledge and application of liquid-based particle detection technologies.
  • Simulation, design, and development of noble-liquid-based detectors (or similar detector technologies) for accelerator-based experiments.
  • Assembly and system integration of large volume detectors and instrumentation.
  • Knowledge and application of event reconstruction techniques.
Behavioural Competencies
  • Creating Vision and Strategic Partnerships:
    • Creating shared interests and promoting contact and collaboration with key external partners.
    • Participating, encouraging, and actively supporting cross-functional and cross-departmental work and projects.
    • Demonstrating respect, diplomacy, and tact with external partners.
  • Achieving Results:
    • Producing comprehensive work/project plans taking into account resources and contingencies.
    • Defining clear objectives, milestones, and deliverables before initiating work/project.
    • Having a structured and organized approach towards work; being able to set priorities and plan tasks with results in mind.
  • Demonstrating Accountability:
    • Working conscientiously and reliably; delivering on promises.
    • Taking responsibility for own actions and decisions.
  • Communicating Effectively:
    • Providing others with timely information.
    • Demonstrating a pro-active approach to resolving differences; addressing issues of conflict constructively.
    • Ensuring that information, procedures, and decisions are appropriately documented.
  • Solving Problems:
    • Identifying, defining, and assessing problems, taking action to address them.
    • Being open to original ideas and creative options by which to address issues; continually driving change by seeking new ways to improve outcomes.
Language Skills

Spoken and written English: ability to draw-up technical specifications and/or scientific reports and to make oral presentations.



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