HAICU Student Research Assistant (On-site)
About The Position
Discover TRIUMF, Canada's particle accelerator centre, and one of the world's leading laboratories for particle and nuclear physics and accelerator-based science. TRIUMF's diverse community of nearly 600 multidisciplinary researchers, engineers, technicians, tradespeople, staff, and students create a unique incubator for Canadian excellence, as well as a portal to premier global collaborations. Fueling innovation and improving lives, we are committed to accelerating discovery and shaping a better world. Equity, diversity, and inclusion are integral to excellence and enhance our ability to create knowledge and opportunity for all. Together, we are committed to building an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the voices of our employees, students, partners, and the people and communities we serve. TRIUMF’s student program typically hires ~40 students each term from across all disciplines who hang together socially and professionally during the term, and beyond. Our program offers young minds a chance to gather, learn, make new friends, and have fun doing so during their time at TRIUMF. We hold weekly ProD sessions for students which include different activities such as conflict resolution, emotional intelligence, critical thinking, and active listening. Additionally, we hold weekly seminars about the different experiments at TRIUMF, and these talks specifically cater to students. Located on the UBC campus makes it easier for students to make friends, create memories, and explore Vancouver all while working at TRIUMF. TRIUMF’s student program is more than just a place to work, its learning, memories, friendships, exploration, and development all clubbed into one. Come join us to see how we are working to unlock the mysteries of the universe and shape the future. Apply now and be part of our extraordinary journey. Learn more about the amazing research and work we do at TRIUMF. https://www.discoverourlab.triumf.ca http://www.rarestdrug.com Name of project: Commissioning of HAICU Phase 1 Overview: ALPHA-Canada is an experimental collaboration between several Canadian universities and laboratories (UBC, Calgary, SFU, TRIUMF, York), Our new initiative HAICU is aiming to develop a next-generation apparatus to precisely probe the properties of antihydrogen and hydrogen atoms in a free-falling fountain. The apparatus first prepares the (anti-)atoms in a small, high-gradient magnetic trap, decreases their energy with Doppler laser cooling, then transfers them to a magnetic trap with lower gradient and larger volume. This expansion adiabatically cools the (anti-)atoms far below the Doppler cooling limit. The (anti-)atoms are then launched into a region free from any magnetic perturbation, and various coherent quantum techniques can be used to precisely measure the properties of the (anti-)atoms during the subsequent free-fall. These techniques include Raman interferometry, used to measure gravitational acceleration, and Ramsey interferometry, used to measure transition frequencies.
Requirements
- Working knowledge of object-oriented languages (e.g., python) is required.
- Introductory proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software.
- Entry level knowledge of electronics.
- Basic knowledge of electromagnetism and quantum physics is a bonus.
Nice To Haves
- Antimatter physics
- Atomic trap physics
- Vacuum systems
- Laser physics
- Experience with electronics and data acquisition
Responsibilities
- Development of slow controls for the hydrogen trapping apparatus
- Vacuum system assembly and leak-checking.
- Deployment of temperature sensors, vacuum gauges, etc. (both hardware and software).
- Design and fabrication of mechanical components.
- The HAICU group meets weekly, and the student is expected to provide regular progress updates.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive benefits that promote the well-being and security of our staff
- Excellent opportunity to grow your career in a high-profile national research facility
- Help with travel costs for students outside the Vancouver and surrounding area
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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