Project Engineer/Scientist - Radiation Effects

Job Posting Organization:
CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, is a leading research institution established in 195

• It operates the largest particle physics laboratory in the world, located on the border between France and Switzerland. CERN's mission is to uncover the fundamental structure of the universe by studying the smallest known particles. The organization employs over 2,500 staff members and collaborates with thousands of scientists from around the globe, representing more than 100 nationalities. CERN operates in multiple countries and is known for its groundbreaking contributions to science and technology, particularly in the field of particle physics.

Job Overview:
The position of engineer" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Project Engineer/Scientist in Radiation Effects is part of the RADNEXT 2030 project, which is a Horizon Europe Research Infrastructure Services initiative aimed at providing coordinated access to radiation effects testing facilities across Europe. The successful candidate will be embedded within the Radiation to Electronics (R2E) activity of the Accelerator Systems department at CERN. This role involves working at the intersection of project management, user access operations, and radiation effects research, contributing significantly to the successful delivery of RADNEXT 2030's objectives. The position offers a unique opportunity to gain extensive exposure to the European radiation hardness assurance community, CERN's accelerator infrastructure, and the design, execution, and analysis of radiation effects experiments. The candidate will be responsible for defining and coordinating the transnational access workflow for facilities within the RADNEXT 2030 framework, contributing to the development and improvement of the facility access online portal, and providing scientific support for consortium activities. Additionally, the role includes engaging with the broader radiation effects community and supporting training activities such as the Radiation Effects Testing Summer School.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Project Engineer/Scientist include:

• Defining and coordinating the transnational access workflow for facilities within the RADNEXT 2030 framework.
• Contributing to the definition, testing, and improvement of the facility access online portal.
• Providing scientific support for the organization and delivery of RADNEXT 2030 consortium activities.
• Supporting scientific communication, dissemination, and outreach activities related to RADNEXT 203
• Contributing to applied research tasks, focusing on novel beam techniques and radiation environment characterization, particularly fragmented heavy-ion beams for full LET-spectrum testing and pulsed-electron SEE proxy studies.
• Supporting the integration of the HEARTS@CERN facility and its related user management into the RADNEXT 2030 consortium.
• Engaging with the broader radiation effects community through the RADNEXT 2030 user base and supporting training activities, including the Radiation Effects Testing Summer School.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must meet the following qualifications:

• Nationality of a CERN Member or Associate Member State.
• A professional background in Applied Physics, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
• A Master's Degree with 2 to 6 years of post-graduation professional experience, or a PhD with no more than 3 years of post-graduation professional experience.
• Candidates must not have previously held a CERN fellow or graduate contract.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Master's Degree or PhD in Applied Physics, Electronics Engineering, or a closely related field. The educational qualifications should be complemented by relevant professional experience in radiation effects testing and related areas.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have experience in radiation effects testing and radiation hardness assurance. Additionally, candidates should have experience in the design, preparation, and execution of irradiation experiments, as well as scientific writing and dissemination, including publications, reports, and conference contributions. Familiarity with project coordination, user support, or scientific service activities is considered an advantage.

Languages:
The mandatory language for this position is English, both spoken and written. Candidates are also expected to have a commitment to learn French, which is considered beneficial for the role.

Additional Notes:
This position is fully onsite and involves working in radiation areas. The contract duration is 24 months, with a possibility of extension up to a maximum of 36 months. The working hours are 40 hours per week, and the target start date is September 1, 202

• The role may require stand-by duty, work during nights, Sundays, and official holidays, depending on the needs of the organization. The compensation includes a monthly stipend between 6372-7004 Swiss Francs (tax-free), 30 days of paid leave per year, comprehensive health insurance coverage, family allowances, a relocation package, and opportunities for on-the-job and formal training, including language classes.