Postdoctoral Fellowship in the Accelerator Physics Group (SOLEIL II)

Postdoctoral Fellowship in the Accelerator Physics Group (SOLEIL II)

SOLEIL Synchrotron

Saint-Aubin, France

At the forefront of technology, SOLEIL II is an ambitious project designed to provide new opportunities for scientific and industrial research. SOLEIL II consists of a major upgrade of the existing infrastructure and aims to significantly improve the performance of the electron accelerators and beamlines. It is designed to address current and future societal challenges, particularly in areas such as advanced materials research, energy and sustainable development, health and well-being, and the environment. Construction work for the SOLEIL II project began in 2024, marking the start of a new phase of development and technological innovation. At the same time, operation of the existing facility is expected to continue until autumn 2028. The commissioning of SOLEIL II is scheduled for 2030, followed by a gradual ramp-up phase extending through 2035.ne 2028. Le démarrage de SOLEIL II est programmé pour 2030, avec une montée en puissance progressive jusqu'en 2035.

The Accelerator physicist will work in the Accelerator Physics group of the Accelerators and Engineering Division.

The primary mission of the recruited person will be to participate in the preparation for the major upgrade of SOLEIL’s accelerators (LINAC, booster, storage ring). This includes active involvement in the construction phase and the performance validation of the accelerators.

Required Skills

• Knowledge of linear and nonlinear beam dynamics for a single particle;
• Proficiency in implementing algorithms for the simulation and optimization of accelerators using common programming languages such as Python, Matlab, C, C++;
• Proficiency with numerical simulation tools (AT, ELEGANT, MADX, TRACY);
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.

Personal Qualities

• Ability to work effectively in a team while being autonomous;
• Experience in project management and communication with accelerator and IT groups;
• Ability to prepare scientific articles, publish them in peer-reviewed journals, and present research at seminars and conferences;
• Commitment to establishing constructive, respectful, and cooperative relationships in the workplace.

Profile

This position is intended for a candidate holding a PhD degree, specialized in Accelerator Physics, preferably with knowledge and experience in single-particle beam dynamics on a circular accelerator.

The candidate should present a portfolio of recognized achievements and publications appropriate to their career level. Any professional experience working with accelerator facilities will be considered and valued.