Lunds universitet, MAX IV, BO

Lund University was founded in 1666 and is repeatedly ranked among the world’s top universities. The University has around 47 000 students and more than 8 800 staff based in Lund, Helsingborg and Malmö. We are united in our efforts to understand, explain and improve our world and the human condition.

Lund University welcomes applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We regard gender equality and diversity as a strength and an asset.

We are looking for a new team member to join the Beamline Office and for the first two years the DanMAX beamline team, at MAX IV Laboratory.

Tasks:

Responsible for defining and implementing engineering projects at various MAX IV beamlines. These tasks include:

During the construction and commissioning of DanMAX:

  • Plan and partake in the installation of the X-ray optics.
  • Take part in the ID, front end and optics commissioning.
  • Take responsibility for the detailed design and engineering of the imaging instrument and detector gantry.
  • Design and implement standards for detector and sample environment mounts.
  • Prepare the installation plan for the three end station instruments.
  • Take part the commissioning of the powder diffraction and imaging instruments.

The construction and commissioning of DanMAX is expected to take at least two years. After this, there will be gradual transition as a member of the Beamline Office to support other beamlines/ projects within the MAX IV laboratory with similar tasks including but not limited to design, installation and commissioning, procurements and project supervision.

Qualifications:

Required qualifications are:

  • Mechanical engineering degree (or equivalent)
  • Demonstrated experience with synchrotron radiation equipment. Preferably from more than one facility.
  • Significant experience in managing complex instrumentation projects in all stages: i.e. planning, design, construction, procurement, commissioning, operation & maintenance
  • Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of mechanical engineering including 3D-CAD/CAM software
  • A demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiatives and being performance oriented.
  • Excellent command of English, well-developed communication skills and team working skills

 Additional desirable qualifications:

  • Experience in X-ray imaging and diffraction instrumentation
  • Experience in X-ray optics and its integration into setups such as synchrotron radiation beamlines
  • Experience in procurement processes.

Probationary period may apply.

Type of employment Permanent position
Contract type Full time
First day of employment As per agreement
Salary Monthly salary
Number of positions 1
Full-time equivalent 100 %
City Lund
County Skåne län
Country Sweden
Reference number PA2018/3701
Contact
  • Yngve Cerenius, manager, +46462220170
  • Mads Jörgensen, DanMAX, vx 046-222 98 72
Union representative
  • OFR/S:Fackförbundet ST:s kansli, 046-222 93 62, st@st.lu.se
  • SACO:Saco-s-rådet vid Lunds , 046-222 93 64, kansli@saco-s.lu.se
Published 09.Nov.2018
Last application date 27.Nov.2018 11:59 PM CET

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