Oncall Professional Aide

Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory • Batavia, IL

11d • $25 - $50

About The Position

The expected hiring range for this position is: $25.00-$50.00. Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such the scope and responsibilities of the position, qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs. The primary responsibility of this position is to perform high-fidelity simulations of the IOTA storage ring using ImpactX and complementary simulation tools. The work will focus on determining optimized lattice parameters that preserve integrability by mitigating the adverse effects of sextupoles and intrinsic ring nonlinearities. A key component of the role is thorough documentation of methods, tools, and results to ensure effective knowledge transfer within the group. Appointment is for a specific term, calculated from the time of arrival at Fermilab. Term may be extended as appropriate.

Requirements

• Appointees usually have recently completed their PhD (often within the last two years) or are expected to complete it within the current calendar year.
• Demonstrated potential to make contributions to the Laboratory that will subsequently qualify them for appointment as an Associate Scientist.

Responsibilities

• Develop theories within the areas of particle physics, accelerator science and technology, astrophysics, or cosmology.
• Assess the feasibility of testing theories experimentally.
• Design, build, install or commission new or upgraded elements of experiments or particle accelerators.
• Participate in data acquisition, conduct analysis and present/publish outcomes at conferences and/or in refereed journals.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Abides by and is responsible for performing all duties in accordance with all environmental, health and safety regulations and practices pertinent to this position.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree