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One of the goals of the High Field Magnet (HFM) Programme at CERN is to explore High-Temperature Superconducting (HTS) magnet technology for accelerator applications that go beyond the limits of low-temperature superconductors such as Nb3Sn. The outcomes of the HTS activities are expected to help push the accelerator magnet technology beyond the 16 T threshold. The use of HTS also opens the door for the development of more sustainable particle accelerators with higher operating temperatures.
Part of the bottom-up approach to achieving this goal is the comprehensive characterisation of the state-of-the-art HTS conductors and the development of superconducting cable geometries compatible with both the HTS material and the final application in accelerator magnets.
As an Applied Physicist, you will be contributing to the:
HTS material advanced characterisation;Measurement of electrical, mechanical, and thermal properties as a function of operating parameters, including temperature and magnetic field;Development and assessment of HTS cable geometries utilizing FEM modelling to optimize performance metrics such as current carrying capacity, mechanical strength, and thermal stability;Development and construction of coil prototypes, and associated instrumentation. Performing cryogenic testing, and FEM model validation.More information here: https://hfm.web.cern.ch/
Who we are looking for
Skills and/or knowledge
Materials science (physical properties);Electrical measurements;Scripting (data analysis);Knowledge of applied superconductivity preferred;FEM modelling and LabVIEW experience would be an advantage;Fluent in English, the ability to work in French would be an advantage.Eligibility criteria:
You are a national of a CERN Member or Associate Member State.You have a maximum of two years of professional experience since graduation in Materials Science (or a related field) by the application deadline. Your highest educational qualification is a general secondary education diploma.You have never had a CERN fellow or graduate contract before.Applicants with a Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD degree are not eligible.Job closing date: January 19 at 23:59 PM (CET).
Job reference: TE-MSC-HSD-2023-18-GRAE
Contract duration: 24 months, with a possible extension up to 36 months maximum.
Target start date: 01-July-2024