Lead Scientist
European Spallation Source Eric / Fysikjobb / Lund
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The Instrument Technologies Division is part of the Science Directorate, which executes the Neutron Scattering Systems (NSS) project. The NSS scope is to design, build and commission neutron scattering instruments, and the Instrument Technologies Division, together with its in-kind partners, is dedicated to providing and supporting key components not only during construction but also during operation of the facility's scientific instruments.
The successful candidate will need to
• lead in the definition of requirements and technical specifications for polarisation systems based on high-level scientific requirements
• participate in the development of strategies, techniques and methods to ensure optimised systems in performance, reliability and cost
• support in-kind partners in the design and procurement of prototype systems for management of polarisation devices
• support in-kind partners and/or commercial suppliers during testing and installation of systems
• commission a centralised polarisation system on site
• ensure safe operation, performance and maintainability of systems
• support the User Programme during facility operation and maintenance during shutdown periods
Technical competencies
The nature of the position and the changing environment of a complex project requires an agile and flexible person with experience in developing scientific equipment, project management, appreciation of stakeholder requirements, and ideally operational and hands-on experience.
Qualifications
We are looking for a self-motivated person with a PhD degree in one of the natural sciences with Physics being preferred, as well as 5+ years of work experience, preferably at a facility similar to ESS.
Additional skills and competencies would include:
• Being precise, attentive to detail, striving for the upmost quality, always looking to refine methods and techniques to improve the deliverable
• Being able to multi-task and to work to deadlines
• Having experience leading and managing a team of people with different competencies
The candidate should be able to demonstrate experience in:
• Developing scientific requirements of system with due consideration of scientific requirements of neutron scattering instruments
• Developing scope, budget, schedule and associated risks description that will allow project execution
• Participation in development of complex mechanical systems and assemblies
• Manufacturing considerations in the context of prototype developments incl quality assurance
Additional experience would include:
• Track record of project management
• Experience in stakeholder involvement and stakeholder's expectation management
• Experience of working in an international environment
Excellent oral and written English skills are a prerequisite; knowledge of other European languages would be an advantage.
Duration & Location
The position is permanent with six months probation period. The position is to be filled as soon as possible. Your work place will be situated in Lund, Sweden.
Application & Contact
Please provide your curriculum vitae and cover letter in English by clicking on "apply" and following the instructions. Please note we only accept applications via the ESS website.
The deadline for applications is December 30th, 2018.
For more information regarding the ESS recruitment process, please follow this link
https://europeanspallationsource.se/ess-recruitment-process. For further information regarding the position, please contact the Recruiting Manager, Oliver Kirstein
oliver.kirstein@esss.se. For further information regarding the recruitment process, please contact HR Officer, Sara Margaryan,
sara.margaryan@esss.seFor trade union information please contact Unionen / Michela Dell'Anno Boulton at +46 46 888 30 72 or SACO / Swedish Association of Graduate Engineers/ Riccardo Bevilacqua +46 46 888 32 28.
We look forward to your application!
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Publiceringsdatum2018-11-20Ersättningenligt avtal
Så ansöker duSista dag att ansöka är 2018-12-30
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AdressEuropean Spallation Source ERIC
Odarslvövsvägen 113
22484 Lund
KontorsadressOdarslvövsvägen 113
Jobbnummer 4468146
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