Radiation Effects Facility Operator I-1

Texas A&M • College Station, TX

21h • Onsite

About The Position

The Radiation Effects Facility Operator I works collaboratively with Cyclotron staff to deliver beams to Radiation Effects Facility (REF) customers while maintaining a safe and professional environment. The role operates ion sources, cyclotrons, beam line elements, and other REF equipment; performs shift work for the REF project; and supports the monitoring and safe operation of the cyclotron facility. The operator tunes ion sources and cyclotron beams for customers and assists them with SEUSS dosimetry software and end-station equipment. The role also troubleshoots accelerator equipment, supports maintenance and upgrades, and participates in improving detector systems for the Cyclotron Institute.

The position is with the Texas A&M University Cyclotron Institute in College Station, Texas. It requires rotating 12-hour shifts and may occasionally involve evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Compensation is commensurate with the selected candidate’s education and experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Chemistry, Engineering, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university, or equivalent education and experience.
• Ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts and occasionally work evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Accelerator Physics, Nuclear Physics, Nuclear Chemistry, or Nuclear Engineering.
• Experience working in a nuclear physics laboratory or similar research environment.
• Experience operating ion sources, cyclotron accelerators, beam line elements, and control systems.
• Working knowledge of software programs used for nuclear physics research.
• Knowledge of accelerator design, beam dynamics, beam diagnostics, and beam transport principles, with the ability to interpret instrument data to assess beam quality and performance.
• Basic electrical and mechanical aptitude, including familiarity with electrical test equipment.
• Knowledge of safety protocols for working with high-energy particle beams.
• Ability to communicate complex concepts effectively to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Responsibilities

• Operate ion sources, cyclotrons, beam line elements, and other REF equipment for customers.
• Perform REF project shift work and assist the Accelerator Technician on duty in monitoring cyclotron facility operation and safety.
• Tune ion sources and cyclotron beams as requested by REF customers.
• Assist customers with SEUSS dosimetry software and end-station equipment.
• Troubleshoot and report accelerator equipment issues.
• Contribute to annual maintenance, repairs, and upgrades of REF project equipment as needed.
• Work with the Accelerator Technician on duty to maintain a safe and efficient work environment.
• Contribute to the overall maintenance of Cyclotron Institute equipment.
• Participate in the design, maintenance, and implementation of improved detector systems for the Cyclotron Institute.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance; Texas A&M contributes to employee health and basic life premiums.
• 12–15 days of annual paid holidays.
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month.
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
• Free exercise programs and release time.
• Free LinkedIn Learning training and webinars, with limited financial support for conferences and workshops.
• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while employed at Texas A&M.
• Access to Living Well, a Texas A&M employee-built wellness program.
• Access to university amenities, including sporting and cultural events and state-of-the-art recreation facilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level