KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Knowledge of theoretical and experimental aspects of accelerator physics is required for the position. Practical experience in construction and commissioning of particle accelerators, especially modern low emittance photoemission driven electron injectors, would be beneficial. Previous experience in performing beam dynamic simulations involving space charge using computer codes such as ASTRA, WARP or similar will be considered advantageous.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:

Must have a Ph.D. in accelerator physics (received within 5 years), with a minimum of 2 years of experience in designing accelerator systems (inclusive of the experience acquired as a Ph.D. student).
Employment Type: 2-year Fixed Term
Role Type: Individual Contributor
Work Hours: 35 hours per week
Total Rewards
At TRIUMF, we value our employees and are committed to providing a competitive total rewards package. We offer comprehensive benefits that promote the well-being and security of our staff and provide an excellent opportunity to grow your career in a high-profile national research facility, where you can make a difference.
Salary Information: $65,000 - 76,000

Benefits Information:

• TRIUMF paid dental, extended health, vision care, emergency travel assistance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Life Insurance, and supplementary Wellness Benefits.
• Excellent Employee Pension Plan
• Disability benefits, and optional additional Life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Generous time away
• Maternity and paternity leaves and top-ups

Postdoctoral applications must:

• Upload cover letter, brief statement of research interests, detailed CV with a list of publications
• Arrange for 3 letters of reference sent directly to

recruiting@triumf.ca
and include JR number (JRXXXXXX) in subject line
Application closing date:
April 06, 2025
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• Perform beam optics and beam dynamics simulations to optimize the accelerator structure for the coherent THz radiation production.
• Participate in beam delivery and accelerator studies
• Work in close collaboration with other TRIUMF beam physicists to integrate the new components into the existing layout.
• Produces documentation including requirement specifications, design notes and commissioning plans.
• Participates in the weekly Beam Physics Department meeting.
• Maintains international connections in accelerator physics and beam instrumentation.
• Optionally: participate in testing, installation and commissioning of accelerator components.
• Optionally: participate in preparation of THz experiments and actual THz measurements.