Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Neutron Sciences Directorate Position Description
Job Posting Title
Accelerator Physics Application Programmer
Job Reference #:
NB50562869
To Apply:
Visit
http://neutrons.ornl.gov/careers
to apply direct to this and other Neutron Sciences jobs.
Specific questions may be sent to Steve Cherry at
[email protected]
The Neutron Sciences Directorate (NScD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) operates the High Flux Isotope Reactor
(HFIR), the United States' highest flux reactor based neutron source, and the Spallation Neutron Source (SNS), the world's most intense pulsed accelerator based neutron source. Together these facilities operate 30 instruments for neutron scattering research,
each year carrying out in excess of 1,000 experiments in the physical, chemical, materials, biological and medical sciences for more than 3,000 visiting scientists. To learn more about Neutron Sciences at ORNL go to: http://neutrons.ornl.gov.
Purpose
Develops, tests, and maintains the physics software applications needed to efficiently operate the accelerator.
Leads the Accelerator Physics Applications Team. Assists in upgrade activities. Develops and maintains the environment and tools needed for the physics application software. Documents the software applications and the software application working environment.
Participates in physics development beam shifts to test software and perform beam physics studies. Interfaces with the linac, ring, and diagnostic physics teams, as well as the Controls and Operations Groups.
Major Duties / Responsibilities
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Develops and maintains physics application algorithms needed for operating the accelerator and increasing the power levels consistent with the
directorate plans.
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Leads the Accelerator Physics Applications Team.
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Develops and maintains the XAL software environment, including the physics models needed for application programs.
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Writes and maintains documentation on the physics application software.
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Participates in beam studies to help understand high intensity effects.
* Participates in scientific conferences, workshops, meetings and publishes results in the form of technical
notes and memos, workshop and conference proceedings, and scientific journals.
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Participates with other team members in developing goals, resource plans, and policies for the Team and the Group.
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Assists team leader in coordinating the work of students in the team.
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Ensures compliance with environment, safety, health, and quality program requirements including ISMS.
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Maintains a strong commitment to the implementation and perpetuation of values and ethics.
Qualifications Required:
An MS degree or higher in science with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience is required to be considered.
Extensive experience with object-oriented programming and Java is required. Experience with distributed client-server programming and a familiarity with databases are required. Experience with source code control is required (Git is preferred). A strong
background in linux/unix command line tools and shell scripting is required.
Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug screen which must be administered and
cleared before employment can begin.
Qualifications Desired:
A PhD degree with 2 or more years of relevant experience is preferred.
A background in experimental physics and experience with control systems is desired. Experience with the EPICS control system and OpenXAL is desired.
Other notes on qualifications:
In the interest of attracting a wide range of applicants, ORNL will consider applicants at junior and
senior levels for this position.
ORNL Benefits:
Oak Ridge National Laboratory offers an exceptional benefits package to include a generous relocation,
matching 401K, Pension Plan, Paid Vacation and medical / dental plan.
Onsite amenities include Credit Union, Medical Clinic and free fitness facilities.
Other Information:
Visit http://neutrons.ornl.gov/careers to apply direct to this and other Neutron Sciences jobs.
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ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities
and protected
veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify Employer.
Best regards,
Steve Cherry
Recruiter, Neutron Sciences & US ITER
OAK RIDGE NATIONAL LABORATORY
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