Brookhaven Science Associates
Research Associate - Accelerator Physics
Brookhaven Science Associates, Ridge, New York, United States, 11961
Research Associate - Accelerator Physics
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Base Pay Range $71,900.00/yr - $88,000.00/yr
Position Description NSLS-II is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to participate in our research program focused on using data‑driven chaos indicators for optimization of nonlinear dynamic systems and application in accelerator design and operation. The appointment will be for 3 years.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Work on a DoE funded Field Work Proposal
Work with accelerator physics and engineering experts on online optimization of the NSLS-II accelerator complex
Working with accelerator physics and engineering experts to create a digital twin for the NSLS-II accelerator complex
Work with NSLS-II upgrade workgroup on the design and optimization of the NSLS-IIU lattice candidates
Give presentations and report ongoing work
Present technical papers at conferences and publish in peer‑reviewed journals
Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Ph.D. degree in physics or related discipline, with a concentration in accelerator physics and nonlinear dynamics
Experience in working with particle accelerators through the control systems
Knowledge of one or more programming language for physics simulations, accelerator commissioning and data analysis, such as Python, Julia
Ability to perform detailed simulations of the physical processes being studied, including simulation of particle beams and their transport in complex ring lattices using the codes ELEGANT, BMAD, or MAD
Some fundamental knowledge on machine learning, data science and related numerical tools, such as Scilearn‑kit, PyTorch
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Knowledge of particle accelerators and emerging particle acceleration techniques and technologies
Experience with Python, MatLab or Julia programming language in online machine control
Knowledge of machine learning, data science and related numerical tools, such as Scilearn‑kit, PyTorch
Environmental, Health & Safety Requirements
May be required to occasionally work off‑hours, nights and/or weekends to support mission critical projects
Other Information
Work arrangement: On‑site
Candidates must have received a Ph.D. by the commencement of employment.
BNL policy requires that after obtaining their PhD, eligible candidates for research associate appointments may not exceed a combined total of 5 years of relevant work experience as a post‑doc and/or in an R&D position, excluding time associated with family planning, military service, illness or other life‑changing events.
About Us Brookhaven National Laboratory (www.bnl.gov) delivers discovery science and transformative technology to power and secure the nation’s future. Brookhaven Lab is a multidisciplinary laboratory with seven Nobel Prize‑winning discoveries, 37 R&D 100 Awards, and more than 70 years of pioneering research. The Lab is primarily supported by the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Science. Brookhaven Science Associates (BSA) operates and manages the Laboratory for DOE. BSA is a partnership between Battelle and The Research Foundation for the State University of New York on behalf of Stony Brook University. BSA salutes our veterans and active military members with careers that leverage the skills and unique experience they gained while serving our country. Learn more at BNL | Opportunities for Veterans at Brookhaven National Laboratory.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Guided by our core values of integrity, responsibility, innovation, respect, and teamwork, Brookhaven Science Associates is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer‑Vets/Disabled. We are committed to fostering a respectful and collaborative environment that fuels scientific discovery. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any characteristic protected by law. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. *VEVRAA Federal Contractor
BSA employees are subject to restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Talent Recruitment Programs, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. You will be asked to disclose any such participation at the time of hire for review by Brookhaven. The full text of the Order may be found at: https://www.directives.doe.gov/directives-documents/400-series/0486.1-BOrder-a/@@images/file
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Base Pay Range $71,900.00/yr - $88,000.00/yr
Position Description NSLS-II is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to participate in our research program focused on using data‑driven chaos indicators for optimization of nonlinear dynamic systems and application in accelerator design and operation. The appointment will be for 3 years.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Work on a DoE funded Field Work Proposal
Work with accelerator physics and engineering experts on online optimization of the NSLS-II accelerator complex
Working with accelerator physics and engineering experts to create a digital twin for the NSLS-II accelerator complex
Work with NSLS-II upgrade workgroup on the design and optimization of the NSLS-IIU lattice candidates
Give presentations and report ongoing work
Present technical papers at conferences and publish in peer‑reviewed journals
Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Ph.D. degree in physics or related discipline, with a concentration in accelerator physics and nonlinear dynamics
Experience in working with particle accelerators through the control systems
Knowledge of one or more programming language for physics simulations, accelerator commissioning and data analysis, such as Python, Julia
Ability to perform detailed simulations of the physical processes being studied, including simulation of particle beams and their transport in complex ring lattices using the codes ELEGANT, BMAD, or MAD
Some fundamental knowledge on machine learning, data science and related numerical tools, such as Scilearn‑kit, PyTorch
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Knowledge of particle accelerators and emerging particle acceleration techniques and technologies
Experience with Python, MatLab or Julia programming language in online machine control
Knowledge of machine learning, data science and related numerical tools, such as Scilearn‑kit, PyTorch
Environmental, Health & Safety Requirements
May be required to occasionally work off‑hours, nights and/or weekends to support mission critical projects
Other Information
Work arrangement: On‑site
Candidates must have received a Ph.D. by the commencement of employment.
BNL policy requires that after obtaining their PhD, eligible candidates for research associate appointments may not exceed a combined total of 5 years of relevant work experience as a post‑doc and/or in an R&D position, excluding time associated with family planning, military service, illness or other life‑changing events.
About Us Brookhaven National Laboratory (www.bnl.gov) delivers discovery science and transformative technology to power and secure the nation’s future. Brookhaven Lab is a multidisciplinary laboratory with seven Nobel Prize‑winning discoveries, 37 R&D 100 Awards, and more than 70 years of pioneering research. The Lab is primarily supported by the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Science. Brookhaven Science Associates (BSA) operates and manages the Laboratory for DOE. BSA is a partnership between Battelle and The Research Foundation for the State University of New York on behalf of Stony Brook University. BSA salutes our veterans and active military members with careers that leverage the skills and unique experience they gained while serving our country. Learn more at BNL | Opportunities for Veterans at Brookhaven National Laboratory.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Guided by our core values of integrity, responsibility, innovation, respect, and teamwork, Brookhaven Science Associates is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer‑Vets/Disabled. We are committed to fostering a respectful and collaborative environment that fuels scientific discovery. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any characteristic protected by law. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. *VEVRAA Federal Contractor
BSA employees are subject to restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Talent Recruitment Programs, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. You will be asked to disclose any such participation at the time of hire for review by Brookhaven. The full text of the Order may be found at: https://www.directives.doe.gov/directives-documents/400-series/0486.1-BOrder-a/@@images/file
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