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Introduction
Are you ready to work on one of the most advanced vacuum systems on the planet? With 130 km of cuttingedge vacuum vessels, CERN operates one of the largest and most complex vacuum systems ever built. If you’re driven by the challenge of pushing the boundaries of science and technology, this is your chance to make a mark. Join the Vacuum, Surfaces, and Coatings Group and be part of something extraordinary!
The Vacuum, Surfaces, and Coatings (VSGroup is at the forefront of CERN’s pioneering technological research, overseeing all high and ultrahigh vacuum systems across the CERN accelerators. From design to operation, surface engineering to acceptance tests, we handle it all. The Beam Vacuum Operation section (BVensures the flawless operation and continuous upgrade of the vacuum equipment critical to the Large Hadron Collider (LH, the most powerful particle accelerator ever built. This includes the systems that enable hadron beams to circulate through superconducting magnets and detectors.
Functions
Within the VSC Group of the TE Department, you will:
Master’s degree or PhD or equivalent relevant experience in the field of mechanical engineering, applied physics or a related field.
Experience:
Proven experience in conceptual design of ultrahigh vacuum apparatus,
Proven experience in simulation of pressure transients and pressure profiles in complex vacuum systems,
Proven experience in carrying out technical design of vacuum systems and in leading prototyping studies needed to finalise the design,
Proven experience in techniques and equipment for leak detection and residual gas analysis (RGin ultrahigh vacuum,
Demonstrated experience in handson installation, commissioning and operation of ultrahigh vacuum systems,
Experience:
Demonstrated experience in preparing scientific documentation and technical procedures for ultrahigh vacuum systems,
Knowledge of surface treatments and thinfilm coatings for ultrahigh vacuum applications.
Technical competencies:
Behavioural competencies:
Language skills:
Spoken and written English: ability to drawup technical specifications and/or scientific reports and to make oral presentations.
Ability to understand and speak, or willingness to learn and improve French.
Eligibility and closing date:
Diversity has been an integral part of CERN’s mission since its foundation and is an established value of the Organization. Employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We welcome applications from all Member States and Associate Member States.
This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should normally reach us no later than 2024 at 23:45 CET
Employment Conditions
Contract type: Limited duration contract (5 year. Subject to certain conditions, holders of limitedduration contracts may apply for an indefinite position.
This position involves:
Job grade: 67
Job reference: TEVSCBVO2024146LD
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