University of Washington Looking for RESEARCH SCIENTIST/ENGINEER 2 at Seattle, WA Full Time

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The Center of Experimental Nuclear Physics and Astrophysics, CENPA, has an outstanding full-time opportunity for a Research Scientist/Engineer 2 involved with the Axion Dark Matter eXperiment (ADMX).

ADMX is a DOE-funded flagship particle physics experiment searching for axion dark matter. ADMX is a multinational collaboration, but the experiment itself is situated at CENPA, and includes a helium liquefaction plant, a powerful He3 dilution refrigerator, a high-field superconducting magnet, and all associated electronics and data acquisition systems.

The Research Scientist/Engineer 2 will play an important role in the operation of this exciting dark matter search. Key responsibilities of the position will include: Operation and maintenance of the ADMX helium liquefaction system, programming/engineering of cryogenic and gas PLC controls, leading cryogenic and vacuum operations (fills, warm-ups) of ADMX experiment, operation of the He3 dilution refrigerator, and crane operation. Training for these responsibilities will be provided on-the-job. The work will be performed in a stimulating atmosphere in close collaboration with faculty, students, engineers, and the wider multi-institution international ADMX collaboration.

CENPA, is a “Center of Excellence” funded by the DOE’s Office of Nuclear Physics. It serves as the institutional home for a broad program of research in fundamental physics. CENPA is home to a large number of faculty, research faculty, postdoctoral researchers, graduate, and undergraduate students. The professional engineering and technical staff provide diverse competences and skills for state-of-the-art detector and instrumentation development, design, prototyping and construction. Our Center’s capabilities cover every detail for the successful execution of physics experiments, including mechanics, electronics, UHV techniques and cryogenics.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operations and Maintenance of ADMX Liquifier

Monitor liquid helium supply

Operate liquefier

Regularly maintain liquefier compressors, pumps, and vacuum systems

Order gas and liquid cryogens

Arrange manufacturer maintenance for major rebuilds

Report on cryogen status to management

ADMX Cryogenic and Vacuum Operations and Maintenance

Inspect and maintain pumps and vacuum systems

Assist in designing vacuum/cryo system upgrades

Perform vacuum leak-checking before each run

Incorporate new sensors and monitor existing sensors in PLC system

Operate crane for moving ADMX cryostat

Develop safe operating procedures for cryogenic and vacuum systems

Report on site cryo and vacuum status to management

Operation of ADMX Dilution Refrigerator

Maintain cryo and vacuum systems associated with dilution refrigerator

Adjust refrigerator settings for optimal performance in a variety of environments

Monitor system health and replace components as necessary.

Report on refrigerator status to management

Perform related duties as required

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Sciences or Engineering, plus two years of experience in a research lab, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience working in a laboratory environment

Familiarity with cryogenic systems: liquid nitrogen, liquid helium, dilution refrigerators

Familiarity with vacuum and pumping systems

Familiarity with vacuum leak-checking procedures

Familiarity with mechanical engineering principles

Familiarity with Programmable Logic Controllers

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