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Open Date: April 13, 2023 

Closing Date: June 13, 2023 

The Target Systems Department of the Beams Division of the Accelerator Directorate is seeking candidates for a Associate Scientist to provide scientific leadership for the Mu2e Target Station. The successful candidate will be involved with studies of muon beam generation, development of beam components and the associated equipment, experimental test of prototype devices, and operation of the target station. 

The Target System Department consists of physicists, engineers, and technicians involved with the design, construction, operation, maintenance, upgrades of all the high-powered target facilities at Fermilab: Mu2e, NuMI, LBNF, Short Baseline Neutrino (SBN), and Muon g-2. These facilities include targets, focusing elements, beam windows, collimators/baffles, decay pipes/channels, beam absorbers, and remote handling equipment needed for maintenance and replacement of components. 

• Ph.D. in accelerator physics, particle physics, or relevant discipline. 
• At least two (2) years of scientific research experience (or equivalent) in accelerator physics, particle physics, or relevant discipline. 
• Experience with the properties of fundamental particles and their interactions with materials. 
• Experience performing simulations and comparisons with data. 
• Knowledge of modern Monte Carlo codes for high-energy particle productions is desirable. 
•  Knowledge of data management techniques and tools is desirable. 
• Experience in practices of radiation protection and hazard evaluation is desirable. 
• Experience with particle physics detectors or accelerator beam instrumentation is desirable. 
• Experience with accelerator physics and techniques is desirable. 
• Ability to effectively troubleshoot technical systems is desirable. 
• Ability to work effectively under the requirements of schedules and shifting priorities. 
• Ability to work effectively with other individuals and within groups of varying composition. 
• A record of scientific accomplishments, publications, and other products of research. 
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills, including the preparation and delivery of papers, reports, and presentations. 

Physical Activity and Work Conditions Human Factors: mental concentration, tight work schedule, visually demanding Physical Factors: high voltage, ionizing radiation 

Application Instructions 

Candidates should submit via Academic Jobs Online: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/24699 ;

• a cover letter; 
• a research statement; 
• a curriculum vitae with a list of publications indicating which ones the candidate had major responsibilities/contributions exist; 
• and at least five (5) reference letters. 

For more information about this position, please contact Keith Gollwitzer at gollwitz@fnal.gov.  

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