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Job Title

Radiation Effects Facility Operator I

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Cyclotron Institute

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all pers p ectives, talents & lived experience s . Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our corevalues which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service .

Who We Are

T he Texas A&M University Cyc l o t r on Institute, a Department of Energy University Facility, is jointly supported by DOE and the State of Texas and is a major technical and educational resource for the state and the nation. At the Institute, we focus on conducting basic research, educating students in accelerator-based science and technology, and providing technical capabilities for a wide variety of applications in space science, materials science, analytical procedures and nuclear medicine. Approximately 100 Institute members – scientists, engineers, technicians, support staff, graduate students and undergraduate students – are involved in these programs. For more information, please visit our website: https:// cyc l o t r on.tamu.edu/

What We Want

The Radiation Effects Facility Operator I will work collaboratively with Cyclotron staff to deliver beams to Radiation Effects Facility (REF) customers, maintaining a safe and professional environment. If the description sounds exciting to you, we invite you to apply to be considered for this opportunity to join our team.

What You Need to Know

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate based on the selected hire's education and experience.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Chemistry, Engineering or a closely related field from an accredited college or university, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of safety protocols for working with high-energy particle beams

• Ability to communicate complex concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others

• Ability to work nights, weekends, rotating 12-hour shifts

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accelerator Physics, Nuclear Physics, Nuclear Chemistry or Nuclear Engineering

• Experience working in a nuclear physics laboratory or similar

• Operation of ion sources, cyclotrons accelerators, beam line elements and control systems

• Ability to work evenings, nights, weekends and holidays

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others

• Working knowledge of software programs used for nuclear physics research

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge behind accelerator design, beam dynamics, beam diagnostics, and beam transport principles

• Ability to interpret data from instruments to assess beam quality and performance

• Basic electrical and mechanical aptitude

• Basic knowledge of electrical test equipment

Responsibilities:

• Operates ion sources, cyclotrons, beam line elements and REF equipment for the REF customers

• Takes shift work for the REF project

• Tunes the ion source and cyclotron beams as requested by the REF customers

• Assists the REF customers with the SEUSS dosimetry software and end-station equipment

• Contributes to the annual maintenance, repair, and upgrade of REF project equipment

• Works with the Accelerator Technician on duty to maintain a safe and efficient work environment

• Troubleshoots and reports problems with accelerator equipment

• Contributes to the overall maintenance of Cyclotron Institute equipment

• Participates in the design, maintenance, and implementation of improved detector systems for the Cyclotron Institute

  Why Texas A&M University?

  We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. 

• Medical, (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/medical/) prescription drug, dental, (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/dental/) vision, life and AD&D, (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/life-add/) flexible spending accounts , and long-term disability insurance (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/long-term-disability/) with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

• 12- 15 days (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/index.html) of annual paid holidays

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/sick.html)  and at least  eight hours of paid vacation (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/vacation.html)   each month

• Automatically enrollment in the  Teacher Retirement System of Texas (https://www.trs.texas.gov/Pages/Homepage.aspx)

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time (https://flourish.tamu.edu/wellness-release-time/)

• Professional Development: All employees have access to free  LinkedIn Learning (https://linkedinlearning.tamu.edu/)  training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more

• Educational release time and tuition assistance (https://livingwell.tamu.edu/employee-tuition-assistance)   for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

• Living Well, (https://livingwell.tamu.edu/) a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Howdy and thank you for your interest in a career with Texas A&M University. As the flagship campus of The Texas A&M University System, we are located in College Station, Texas with a student population of more than 74,000 and nearly 14,000 faculty and staff.The Spirit of Aggieland is unmistakable. We are a unique American institution, fostering a culture of friendliness, compassion and respect for one another. Our unique history and rich traditions make Texas A&M special.From our benefits package and professional development opportunities to our retirement programs, Texas A&M is a great place to work. Your path to a great career starts here!Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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