TRIUMF
Canada's National Laboratory for Particle and Nuclear Physics
STUDENT JOB PROGRAM
Spring 2018 job posting
Job number TR18-1-19

Position Title:

CANREB HRS magnet physicist 

Name of Project:

Field characterization of the CANREB HRS dipoles 

Overview:

The Canadian Rare isotope facility with Electron Beam (CANREB) is part of the Rare Isotope Beam (RIB) transport system of the new Advance Rare IsotopE Laboratory (ARIEL). The main components of the facility are an electron beam ion source (EBIS) for charge breading the rare isotope and a high resolution mass separator (HRS). The latter comprises two magnetic dipoles with a designed field flatness of few parts per millions. The successful operation of the HRS will set a new record in terms of resolving power. The two magnetic dipoles have been received at TRIUMF. Even though they are built to the same print, they cannot be considered absolutely identical for the field accuracy we require due to manufacturing tolerances and material properties.
A two dimensional mapping has been performed by the manufacturer each dipole, but the magnetic field for both still needs to be fully characterized in order to understand critical operational aspects like field degaussing and ramping. It is also foreseen a characterization of the integral field using a sense coil.

Duties:

The characterization of the first dipole the first dipole will define the set of measurements we need in order to characterize the magnet; by the time the coop term starts, it is expected that most of the measurement on the first magnet will be completed or near completion and therefore well established. The student main task will consist in the characterization of the second dipole based on the measurements done on the first. The student will have to interact with various groups (beam dynamics beam lines, controls, power supply and engineering) in order to set up the necessary hardware configuration and conduct the measurements. The student will also have to produce the proper documentation that describes the magnet characterization; such documentation will be later used for commissioning and operations. It is likely that the student will be involved in the development of a high level application needed to operate the magnets.

Skills learned during this work experience:

The student will learn how to set up a measurement apparatus and conduct experimental measurements; the student will develop critical thinking during the analysis of the acquired data. The student will learn how to interact with various groups and to coordinate activities necessary to conduct the work.

Qualifications:

The successful student will have to be motivated and self-driven to conduct the work independently while supervised at a higher level. A background in physics or engineering physics is expected with basic understanding of electromagnetism. The student has to have a positive and collaborative attitude; interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written) are an important assets due to the nature of the work. Basic computer skills are expected. A safety approach to conducting work is a must.

Shiftwork required:

No

Period of work:

Jan - Apr 2018 with possible 4-month extension  
Salary is commensurate with academic progress and previous relevant work experience, and ranges from $ 2080 to $ 2800 per month plus 4% vacation pay.
TRIUMF pays round-trip airfare (this does not apply to Vancouver/Victoria students); for Vancouver Island students, TRIUMF will pay ferry costs.

TRIUMF is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace, and we welcome applications from all qualified undergraduate students as defined below:

  • Canadian undergraduate students or Canadian Permanent Resident undergraduate students enrolled in an accredited post secondary institution in Canada (or outside Canada) who are studying in a vocational or professional training program that leads to a degree, diploma or certificate.
  • Foreign full-time undergraduate students currently enrolled at a designated learning institution at the post-secondary level, and who are studying in an academic, vocational or professional training program that leads to a degree, diploma or certificate that is at least six months in duration, and who have a valid Canadian study permit which allows for employment off-campus, and who have applied for a Social Insurance Number
  • Foreign undergraduate students enrolled in a recognized undergraduate program of study abroad who have accepted, or are in the process of accepting, an "Invitation to Apply" for a work permit under the International Experience Canada (IEC) program http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/work/iec/apply.asp

Applications must be received at TRIUMF by 4:00pm Pacific time on 2017-09-20.

To apply for any of the job postings, you must submit one application for each and every job for which you wish to be considered. Please combine all documents into one PDF for each job. All applications can be attached to one email in PDF format. Please do not send electronic documents in formats other than PDF. Please save the PDF as lastname-job number (eg Smith-15.pdf)

    An application consists of a:
  • Covering letter
  • Resume
  • Transcript of all post secondary grades (unofficial copies are accepted)
  • in addition, an online application form must be filled out for each job
    Applications must also clearly indicate:
  • The number of academic terms completed (i.e. terms, semesters, or quarters)
  • The number of work terms completed (or the equivalent)
  • The TRIUMF Job Number must be clearly stated in the covering letter

Students within an university co-op program MUST apply for TRIUMF jobs through their university co-op education office.

Email to:

student@triumf.ca

Mail to:

TRIUMF Student Program
Job Number TR18-1-19
4004 Wesbrook Mall
Vancouver, B.C.
V6T 2A3

No phone calls please. TRIUMF wishes to thank all applicants for their interest, and regrets that only those being considered will be contacted.

TRIUMF is located on the campus of the University of British Columbia.
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http://www.triumf.ca