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Postdoctoral Researcher in accelerator design for the FCC-ee.

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Job Description

This postdoctoral position focuses on developing a robust optics configuration and beam-beam collision scheme for the FCC-ee collider. Key responsibilities include refining lattice design, implementing correction schemes, and studying collective effects to enhance luminosity and beam stability. Applicants must have a PhD in accelerator physics with experience in simulations, numerical optimization, and relevant accelerator software.

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Key Responsibilities

  • Only applications submitted through the online platform are considered. You are asked to supply:
  • Coordinate collaborative research activities in the context of developing a robust optics with beam-beam and realistic lattice included for the FCC-ee community
  • Contribute to an optimized design of FCC-ee in terms of physics reach and performance, also proposing alternative solutions
  • Participate in the supervision of PHD students
  • Participate in the writing of articles and other documents related to research activities
  • Participate in the teaching activities of the section, assistance of exercises, experiments and semester projects.
  • Applicants should have completed their Ph.D studies.
  • We expect a strong scientific background and proven track record in accelerator physics, physics-based simulations, numerical optimization and computational design.
  • Experience with modular and collaborative scientific software design and with existing accelerator related software packages, for example BMAD, MADX, XSUITE, SAD, GEANT4 and collective effects tools.
  • Excellent communication skills in English and good team spirit.
  • Interdisciplinary and international environment. The project is developed in close collaboration with the FCC-ee beam physics teams.
  • Post-doc positions are initially offered for 12 months and can be extended for up to 3 years.
  • Very competitive employment conditions: EPFL
  • In one PDF : A brief statement of motivation (max. 1 page), your CV, incl. a full list of publications, grades, scholarships, prizes, and the contact details of 2 - 3 references that are willing to provide a supporting letter.
  • In one PDF : A brief statement of motivation (max. 1 page), your CV, incl. a full list of

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Where is this position based?

The position is based at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, in Lausanne, CH. Check the job description above for flexible or hybrid arrangements.

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