Job Title:  Magnetic Systems / FEL Postdoc Fellow
Req Number:  22802
Division:  Engineering
Department:  Mechanical Engineering
   
SUMMARY:
Postdoctoral Position in Magnetic Systems for Free Electron Lasers. The Engineering Division of the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL) invites applications for a postdoctoral position with the Mechanical Engineering Department.

Berkeley Lab is looking for highly capable applicants with a desire to work in an applied R&D National Laboratory environment, using a broad array of analytical, design, instrumentation, and/or hardware skills in the development of research equipment of national importance within the Department of Energy complex. The position provides an opportunity for exposure to a wide variety of R&D programs and projects related to Basic Energy Sciences and Accelerator Physics. Our activities include the design and fabrication of insertion devices and other accelerator and beamline magnetic systems for the Advanced Light Source, and research into undulators for future free-electron lasers.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
The successful candidate will be expected to initiate and participate in research, contribute to the ongoing programs, and work under senior engineers to develop skills compatible with the Lab's needs. Knowledge of magnetic systems, free-electron lasers, cryogenics systems, and superconducting magnet technology is desirable.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants are expected to hold a recent Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or accelerator physics.

NOTES:
This is a two-year appointment contingent upon satisfactory performance, continued funding and operational needs. May be renewed for an additional year under the same conditions.

How To Apply
Apply directly on line at http://www.jobclub.com/banman/a.aspx?ZoneID=0&BannerID=73&AdvertiserID=34&CampaignID=207&Task=Click&SiteID=1&RandomNumber=407476 and follow the on-line instructions to complete the application process. As part of the online application process, please submit a single attachment that includes both your resume or CV and a statement of your research interests. Please be sure to reference where you found out about the position.

Introduction to Berkeley Lab
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) is located in the San Francisco Bay Area on a 200-acre site in the hills above the University of California's Berkeley campus and is managed by the University of California for the U.S. Department of Energy. A leader in science and engineering research for 75 years, Berkeley Lab is the oldest of the U.S. Department of Energy's national laboratories. In addition to the intellectual and cultural advantages of being a member of the LBNL community, we offer employees in career and term appointments excellent terms and conditions of employment, outstanding health and welfare benefits, and programs for a secure retirement that are considered to be among the finest. More information about benefits can be found at http://atyourservice.ucop.edu/forms_pubs/checklists_factsheets/Group_Insur_EMP.pdf.

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Thank you for your interest in Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory.
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To apply: Apply directly online and follow the instructions to complete the application process. As part of the online application process, please submit a single attachment that includes both your resume or CV and a statement of your research interests. Please be sure to reference where you found out about the position.

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Berkeley Lab is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer committed to the development of a diverse workforce.