Research position in applied nuclear physics, ion beam analysis - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

This is a position primarily focused on research.The assessment of the applicants will primarily be based on their research qualifications and potential as researchers. Particular emphasis will be placed on research skills within the Nuclear Reaction based Ion Beam Analysis subject.

Subject description The position is intended for development and applications of applied nuclear techniques (focused ion beams) at the Lund Ion Beam Analysis Facility at the division of Nuclear Physics division, Department of Physics. Recently an extensive upgrade of the equipment and analytical possibilities at the facility has been completed, and presently two experimental stations are available for focused ion beam analysis (tIBA and µPIXE). The chambers are both equipped with a number of particle- and photon detectors that are operated in parallel via a VME DAQ. A third experimental facility, a tagged fast and thermal neutron station is under construction and will be mainly used for development and test of thermal neutron detectors. In addition, a separate 4π detection system for low level measurement on neutron activated (geological) samples has been developed and is now in full operation.

Work duties The main duties involved in the position is to conduct research. Teaching may also be included, but up to no more than 20% of working hours.

Detailed description of the work duties, such as:

• Take main responsibility for the nuclear reaction facility and the ion beam geoscience program.
• Participate in the development of new analytical techniques such as isotope NRA techniques with deuterons.
• Instrumental upgrade and expansion if and when necessary.
• Find new applications for the existing NRA techniques
• Take the lead in the development of the CAN facility faciliteten (Compact Acceleratorbased Neutronsource)
• Teaching on advanced level courses related to applied nuclear physics
• Supervision of degree projects and doctoral students
• Actively seeking external research funding
• Collaboration with industry and society
• Administration related to the work duties listed above

Qualification requirements

• PhD, or an international degree deemed equivalent to a PhD, within the subject of the position, and at least one year of post doctor experience of the for the position relevant research discipline.
• Research experience (> one year) after PhD exam, e.g. as post doc
• Experience of experimental nuclear techniques especially in applied nuclear physics and experience of accelerator operation and especially IBA applications.
• Experience of nuclear reaction based IBA including experimental preparation, data acqusition and data analysis, and especially good experience of work with DSSSD detectors (Silicon strip detector).
• A good ability to develop and conduct high quality research.
• Very good oral and written proficiency in English.

Assessment criteria and other qualifications

• Experience of development and operation of advanced DAQ-systems.
• Experience of simulation and analysis program packages like GEANT4, RUMP, SRIM, KMax, GeoPIXE, SIMNRA, DataFurnace.
• Experience of acceleratorbased neutron production (CANs).
• Experience of interdiciplinary research collaborations.
• Experience of fast pulse electronics, timing and triggerformation.
• Experience of object oriented programming (e.g. C++ or Java).
• Experience of acceleratorbased neutron production.
• Experience of interdiciplinary research projects.
• Teaching skills.

Consideration will also be given to good collaborative skills, drive and independence, and how the applicant’s experience and skills complement and strengthen ongoing research within the department, and how they stand to contribute to its future development.

Terms of employment Temporary employment. 100 %, 2020-07-01 – 2022-06-30.

Instructions on how to apply Applications shall be written in English and be compiled into a PDF-file containing:

• résumé/CV, including a list of publications,
• a general description of past research and future research interests (no more than three pages),
• contact information of at least two references,
• copy of the doctoral degree certificate, and other certificates/grades that you wish to be considered.