ISOLDE PHYSICS COORDINATOR

We are calling for applications for the position of ISOLDE Physics coordinator.

The coordinator is responsible for the management of the experimental physics programme at the ISOLDE facility,
both at low energies and post-accelerated beams. In that capacity he/she defines the beam schedule and oversees
its implementation in cooperation with the ISOLDE technical staff. He/She acts as liaison between the users and
the technical staff. He/she will also coordinate the setting up of experiments in the ISOLDE hall in view of
HIE-ISOLDE. The Coordinator will act as deputy section leader in the absence of the Isolde leader. The
coordinator also serves as Group Leader In Matters Of Safety (GLIMOS) at ISOLDE and as scientific secretary of
the ISOLDE Neutron Time of flight Committee (INTC). The successful candidate will be a member of the ISOLDE 
physics group and can participate in any aspect of the experimental programme.

Qualifications: PhD in Physics with some post-doctoral experience.

Prerequisites:

-good communication and organizational skills

-experience or knowledge of ISOL techniques for radioactive ion beam production

-research experience employing radioactive ion beams

-some acquaintance with the physics programme at ISOLDE.

Competences:

The technical competencies required for this post are:

• Organisation, planning and control

• Knowledge of nuclear physics and/or nuclear applications.

• Knowledge of measurement techniques for ionising radiation

• Beam production

The behavioural competencies required for this post are:

• Managing Self: Works well autonomously. Maintains a positive outlook even in difficult situations. 

• Solving Problems: Recognises what is essential; discriminates between important and peripheral
  information and is able to see the whole picture. Anticipates obstacles; assesses alternative solutions
  in order to have a fall-back plan. 

• Communicating Effectively: Delivers presentations in a structured and clear way; adjusts style
  and content to the audience; responds calmly and confidently to questions. Expresses opinions, ideas and
  suggestions with conviction and in a logical/structured manner; keeps to the point.

• Demonstrating flexibility: Adapts quickly and resourcefully to shifting priorities and requirements.
  Is able to deal with ambiguous or unpredictable situations. 

The CERN staff contract will be a limited duration contract offered for 3 years starting from October 1st 2015.

Interested candidates should apply to the CERN opening reference "PH-SME-IS-2014-224-LD" (note that electronic application is mandatory). To be considered for
the post they should simultaneously announce their interest in the post by writing to Dr Yorick Blumenfeld [yorick@ipno.in2p3.fr], Chair of the ISOLDE Collaboration Committee,
and include a brief curriculum vitae  (maximum one page) and the names of three referees. Please also send a copy to the ISOLDE physics leader Maria  J. G. Borge (mgb@cern.ch).

The closing date for applications is January 20, 2015.

Documents required to be included in the CERN Application: 

Please make sure the following documents are updated in your personal file in our E-recruitment system (My CV and Documents section): 

• A completed application form;

• A Curriculum Vitae of max. 1 page

• A list of 5 most important publications indicating where you have been a principal contributor or a co-author.

• Three letters of recommendation

• The application and ALL supporting documents should reach CERN (or be submitted using the e-recruitment system) by January 20, 2015

More information on the position and on the application procedure can be obtained from the ISOLDE physics leader Maria  J. G. Borge (mgb@cern.ch).