Specialist for Simulation and Modelling of Radiation Detecto (EP-DT-DD-2022-5-LD)

Introduction

At CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, physicists and engineers are probing the fundamental structure of the universe. Using the world’s largest and most complex scientific instruments, they study the basic constituents of matter - fundamental particles that are made to collide together at close to the speed of light. The process gives physicists clues about how particles interact, and provides insights into the fundamental laws of nature.

Applied physicists develop and use physics models and conducts research in a multidisciplinary environment with the aim of developing new technologies for the benefit of CERN’s research programme. You will be part of the Experimental Physics (EP) Department, which carries out basic research. This Department aims at providing a stimulating scientific atmosphere and remains an important reference center for the European physics community. In the Detector Technologies (DT) group of the Department, you will work on the development and consolidation of modelling and simulation tools for novel gaseous detectors define and guide R&D efforts and maintain an up-to-date framework. This implies supporting the worldwide gaseous detector community including fostering synergies by working closely with the international RD51 collaboration. 

The post is to be filled on a part time basis (50% - 20 hours per week).

Functions

The selected candidate will play an important role in the detector modelling and simulation activities of the RD51 collaboration, including conception, development, upgrade, and maintenance of adequate software tools required to model and predict Micro Pattern Gas Detector (MPGD) performances.

The specific functions of this job will be:

• Simulation of detectors.
• Development of application software.
• Building and maintaining proper environment for external experts to contribute.
• Supporting focused studies for specific applications and experiments.
• Supervision and training of CERN doctoral students and fellows.
• Dissemination of knowledge and organization of workshops, schools and lectures.
• Guiding the community in the understanding of the detector physics.