Laser Optical Physicist
Dynamic Compression Sector Dynamic Compression Sector Lemont, IL Lemont, IL Full-time Full-time $85,000 - $130,000 a year $85,000 - $130,000 a year 3 days ago 3 days ago 3 days ago Job Overview:
We are looking to hire a Laser / Optical Physicist who enjoys hands-on work and problem solving in a fast-paced, research environment and will work with a team of physicists responsible for the operation and maintenance of the DCS 100J laser System to ensure optimal performance, develop new capabilities, and conduct state-of-the-art scientific experiments on behalf of users.
Additionally, many of the experiments performed at the DCS utilize a wide variety of lasers that are integral to characterizing/understanding the shock compressed state of materials and wide array of optical detection and analysis approaches are utilized.
While the primary responsibility of this position will be for the 100J laser, the successful candidate will also be expected to operate and maintain additional optical systems, as needed for a broad range of user experiments.
The salary range is $85,000 - $130,000, commensurate with the candidate's experience and qualifications.
Other benefits include health/dental insurance, vacation/sick leave, and retirement plans.
Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:
Participate in the operation of the 100-Joule laser for laser-shock research activities, contribute to the design and conduct of laser-shock experiments, and work with scientific users.
This also includes quantifying and archiving the laser performance for each shot.
Work with other laser experts, document and maintain safe operating procedures related to the laser and its control areas at the DCS.
Participate in the design, development, and use of optical equipment and systems, for laser-interferometry measurements and other laser-based diagnostics.
Work with the DCS users to prepare for experiments in advance.
This includes providing guidelines for experimental design, as well as personnel safety and equipment operating procedures.
Contribute effectively to all aspects of the various research projects including assistance to DCS users; optimal and safe operations of the experimental facilities; ensure availability of experimental components, equipment, and supplies; enhancement of experimental capabilities; and working effectively in a team setting to advance the DCS research mission.
Independently define and complete experimental projects and tasks; conduct and analyze research experiments and prepare reports and publications as appropriate.
Required
Qualifications:
A Ph.
D.
degree in Physics or a related field with a strong background in lasers and optics.
Demonstrated strong hands-on ability with the design and optimization of nonlinear optical systems and associated diagnostic equipment.
Strong interest in being involved in all aspects of DCS user experiments.
Good familiarity with hardware and software required to support user experiments on a large-scale laser.
Good computer skills, including experience with programs for instrument control and analysis, such as LabView and Matlab.
Experience with optical design software is useful but not required (e.
g.
Zemax).
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment, as needed.
Personal attributes should include critical thinking, good judgment, clear sense of purpose, attention to detail, ability to work effectively in a team, and accountability.
Must be able to obtain a badge at U.
S.
Department of Energy National Laboratories to gain access to restricted areas.
Applications Applicants should submit the following information via the WSU Jobs site Posting R-9860 https:
//wsu.
wd5.
myworkdayjobs.
com/en-US/WSU_Jobs/job/Laser-Optical-Physicist_R-9860:
Cover letter to the attention of Dr.
Paulo Rigg explicitly addressing the qualifications for this position and date of availability Detailed curriculum vitae Contact information for three professional references (name, email, and phone number) Due to the large volume of applications, we will contact only those selected for next steps.
Additional information about the Institute for Shock Physics and Washington State University follows:
The Institute has ongoing research activities at the following three locations:
Institute for Shock Physics, email protected - Pullman, WA:
Combining research innovations and rigorous education.
Dynamic Compression Sector, dcs-aps.
wsu.
edu - Argonne, IL:
Frontier of dynamic compression science (first-of-a-kind worldwide user facility) located at the Advanced Photon Source, Argonne National Laboratory.
Applied Sciences Laboratory, asl.
wsu.
edu - Spokane, WA:
Transforming science into practical solutions.
WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER.
Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.
WSU employs only U.
S.
citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.
S.
citizens.
All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.
S.
Citizenship and Immigration Services.
WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services:
509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service:
Voice Callers:
1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers:
1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or email protected .
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$85,000.
00 - $130,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Schedule:
8 hour shift Ability to Relocate:
Lemont, IL 60439:
Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
We are looking to hire a Laser / Optical Physicist who enjoys hands-on work and problem solving in a fast-paced, research environment and will work with a team of physicists responsible for the operation and maintenance of the DCS 100J laser System to ensure optimal performance, develop new capabilities, and conduct state-of-the-art scientific experiments on behalf of users.
Additionally, many of the experiments performed at the DCS utilize a wide variety of lasers that are integral to characterizing/understanding the shock compressed state of materials and wide array of optical detection and analysis approaches are utilized.
While the primary responsibility of this position will be for the 100J laser, the successful candidate will also be expected to operate and maintain additional optical systems, as needed for a broad range of user experiments.
The salary range is $85,000 - $130,000, commensurate with the candidate's experience and qualifications.
Other benefits include health/dental insurance, vacation/sick leave, and retirement plans.
Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:
Participate in the operation of the 100-Joule laser for laser-shock research activities, contribute to the design and conduct of laser-shock experiments, and work with scientific users.
This also includes quantifying and archiving the laser performance for each shot.
Work with other laser experts, document and maintain safe operating procedures related to the laser and its control areas at the DCS.
Participate in the design, development, and use of optical equipment and systems, for laser-interferometry measurements and other laser-based diagnostics.
Work with the DCS users to prepare for experiments in advance.
This includes providing guidelines for experimental design, as well as personnel safety and equipment operating procedures.
Contribute effectively to all aspects of the various research projects including assistance to DCS users; optimal and safe operations of the experimental facilities; ensure availability of experimental components, equipment, and supplies; enhancement of experimental capabilities; and working effectively in a team setting to advance the DCS research mission.
Independently define and complete experimental projects and tasks; conduct and analyze research experiments and prepare reports and publications as appropriate.
Required
Qualifications:
A Ph.
D.
degree in Physics or a related field with a strong background in lasers and optics.
Demonstrated strong hands-on ability with the design and optimization of nonlinear optical systems and associated diagnostic equipment.
Strong interest in being involved in all aspects of DCS user experiments.
Good familiarity with hardware and software required to support user experiments on a large-scale laser.
Good computer skills, including experience with programs for instrument control and analysis, such as LabView and Matlab.
Experience with optical design software is useful but not required (e.
g.
Zemax).
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment, as needed.
Personal attributes should include critical thinking, good judgment, clear sense of purpose, attention to detail, ability to work effectively in a team, and accountability.
Must be able to obtain a badge at U.
S.
Department of Energy National Laboratories to gain access to restricted areas.
Applications Applicants should submit the following information via the WSU Jobs site Posting R-9860 https:
//wsu.
wd5.
myworkdayjobs.
com/en-US/WSU_Jobs/job/Laser-Optical-Physicist_R-9860:
Cover letter to the attention of Dr.
Paulo Rigg explicitly addressing the qualifications for this position and date of availability Detailed curriculum vitae Contact information for three professional references (name, email, and phone number) Due to the large volume of applications, we will contact only those selected for next steps.
Additional information about the Institute for Shock Physics and Washington State University follows:
The Institute has ongoing research activities at the following three locations:
Institute for Shock Physics, email protected - Pullman, WA:
Combining research innovations and rigorous education.
Dynamic Compression Sector, dcs-aps.
wsu.
edu - Argonne, IL:
Frontier of dynamic compression science (first-of-a-kind worldwide user facility) located at the Advanced Photon Source, Argonne National Laboratory.
Applied Sciences Laboratory, asl.
wsu.
edu - Spokane, WA:
Transforming science into practical solutions.
WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER.
Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.
WSU employs only U.
S.
citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.
S.
citizens.
All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.
S.
Citizenship and Immigration Services.
WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services:
509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service:
Voice Callers:
1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers:
1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or email protected .
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$85,000.
00 - $130,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Schedule:
8 hour shift Ability to Relocate:
Lemont, IL 60439:
Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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