Fermilab Accelerator Directorate (AD) is seeking applications for an Associate Scientist position on the staff of the AD External Beam Delivery Department. Ph.D. scientists of exceptional talent with least two (2) years of post-doctoral experience will be considered for this position. The successful candidate will be involved in the design, construction, commissioning, and operation of the Fermilab Muon Campus. 

The initial focus of this position will be preparation of the Muon Campus for running the Mu2e experiment. The Mu2e experiment is an intensity frontier experiment that will search for the coherent conversion of a muon into an electron in the field of an aluminum nucleus. Observation of this process would be a clear indication of physics beyond the standard model. In the long term, it is anticipated that there will be opportunities for involvement in a wide range of accelerator research and development activities in the Fermilab portfolio of accelerator physics. 

This position has equivalent seniority to a university assistant professorship. This position is for an initial term of three years with a possible extension to a second three-year term. These initial terms are followed by an opportunity for an appointment to a term of indefinite duration on the Fermilab scientific staff. 

As an organization, Fermilab is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining diverse talent and cultivating an inclusive work environment that supports scientific, technological, and operational excellence. Fermilab and the Wilson Fellowship Committee value candidates who show potential for growth, scientific leadership, and a commitment to the principles of diversity and inclusion. The successful candidate will be expected to respect and value individual differences and support an equitable and inclusive laboratory environment. The successful candidate will be expected to abide by all environment, safety, and health regulations. 

• A Ph.D. in Physics 

• Two or more years of post-doctoral experience (or equivalent) in accelerator physics 

• Experience with modeling and assessment of accelerator radiological shielding. Familiarity with modeling software such as MARS and/or FLUKA is essential. 

• Experience with accelerator and beamline lattice modeling. Familiarity with modeling software including MAD X, OptiM, and G4 Beamline is highly desirable. 

• Demonstrated skills with particle beam measurements and analysis of beam measurement data 

• Demonstrated ability to function effectively as a member of a team in research and operational environments, often with tight schedule constraints 

• Demonstrated ability to carry out independent research and project leadership 

• Demonstrated troubleshooting ability

• Demonstrated excellence in oral and written communication 

• Possess the potential to contribute to the Laboratory and broader scientific community in a way that will subsequently lead to an appointment as a permanent member of the Fermilab scientific staff.

• Participation in beam commissioning for the Mu2e experiment. Specifically, this will involve commissioning the Delivery Ring resonant extraction system and the out-of-time beam extinction system. 

• Development of commissioning plans for various Muon Campus systems. 

• Participation in project reviews 

• Presentation of work at workshops, conferences, and collaboration meetings 

• Serves on Laboratory and professional committees as appropriate. May lecture and teach in a related field of science. 

Application Instructions 

Interested candidates should submit via Academic Jobs Online: 

1) Cover letter

2) Curriculum Vitae

3) Research Statement

4) Three or More Reference Letters (to be submitted by the reference writers at the AJO site). 

Physical Activity and Work Conditions 

HUMAN FACTORS: Mental Concentration, Sitting, and Tight Work Schedule. 

PHYSICAL FACTORS: Ionizing Radiation and Oxygen Deficiency Hazard. 

Fermilab will make the decision to sponsor an employee for U.S. permanent residence on a case-by-case basis. Fermilab will consider the following factors, among others, when determining whether to sponsor an employee for U.S. permanent residence: performance, length of service, long-term need for the position, and cost. There is no legal requirement that Fermilab sponsor an employee for U.S. permanent residence. 

Diverse People, Diverse Jobs Fermilab is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans are encouraged to apply.