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Accelerator Operator Assistant Lund University – temporary 7 mon

Lund University, MAX IV , Accelerator operations

Lund University was founded in 1666 and is repeatedly ranked among the world’s top universities. The University has around 47 000 students and more than 8 800 staff based in Lund, Helsingborg and Malmö. We are united in our efforts to understand, explain and improve our world and the human condition.

Lund University welcomes applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We regard gender equality and diversity as a strength and an asset.

 

Would you like to operate one of the brightest light sources in the world?

As a member of the Operations Group you will work as an operator of the three MAX IV accelerators to provide the required beam conditions for our beamlines and accelerator physicists. This role consists entirely of shift work, with operator coverage needed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

We are hiring to cover for a 7-months parental leave. This is a temporary position for 100% or two temporary positions for 50% each. Please specify preferred scope of employment.

Your tasks will include:

  • Operation of the MAX-IV accelerators according to the agreed weekly plans
  • Maintaining, as far as possible, the nominal beam conditions during delivery periods
  • Documenting issues and actions as they arise
  • Troubleshooting system failures
  • Handover to incoming operators on shift changes
  • Act as the on-site radiation safety officer when required

Qualifications

  • You have a Bachelors degree in physics or an engineering discipline and/or have experience in the operation of large, complex facilities
  • Previous experience in the operation of accelerators in synchrotron facilities is a considerable advantage
  • You enjoy programming, and have experience with Python, and/or Matlab
  • You perform well as a shift worker, and are happy to work during evenings, nights, as well as during the weekend

As a person you have strong communications skills and are comfortable solving problems within a team. You consider yourself to be a careful and efficient problem solver, naturally balancing the risks and rewards of various solutions to find the best way forward.

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