Major Administrative Unit / College: Facility For Rare Isotope Beams
Department: Facility For Rare Isotope Beams 10049299
Sub Area: FAS- Fac./Acad Staff
Salary: Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location: East Lansing
Categories: Research/Scientific, Continuing System Academic Staff, Full Time (90-100%), Non-Union Working/Functional Title
High Power Targetry Scientist
Position Summary
Major Duties/Position Responsibilities
Target
Participate in the design of multi-slice rotating graphite target system
Thermal analysis for the single and multi-slice rotating target system
Support FRIB Operations by maintaining and preparing the target system
Beam dump
Thermal analysis for mini-channel and rotating beam dump
Develop advanced materials for beam intercept devices (
Performs other duties as required or assigned, which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job classification.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities to successfully perform the position
Thorough knowledge of target and beam dump systems in heavy ion accelerator
High level of expertise in the materials science field
Ability to use an electron microscope that produces an image of the material for studying radiation damage
Ability to perform thermal/mechanical simulations
Ability to design experimental instruments with scientific tools
Ability to perform shift work periodically
Excellent communication skills to communicate effectively and credibly, both verbally and in writing, with all audiences
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Degree
Doctorate -Physics or material science
Minimum Requirements
PhD in Physics or material science
Record of accomplishment in the field of expertise
Experience in thermal analysis with scientific software (COMSOL multi-physics of ANSYS fluent)
Desired Qualifications
Experience with software and hardware for instrument design and fabrication
Experience at experimental research projects, data analysis, physics interpretations and reporting of the results
Required Application Materials
CV
Cover Letter
Contact information for three referees
Review of Applications Begins On
05/18/2023
Website
www.frib.msu.edu
MSU Statement
Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.
Advertised: Apr 28, 2023 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Apr 28, 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
