CESR Operator

CESR Operator

Systems Operator I - Band D

Cornell Laboratory for Accelerator-based ScienceS and Education (CLASSE)

Who We Are

The Cornell Laboratory for Accelerator-based ScienceS and Education (CLASSE) studiesparticle beams and accelerators,photon science,particle physics and the early universe, and servesstudents,the publicand scientists fromCornelland around the world. The research missions of this laboratory are in many respects unique in the world.

What You Will Do

While position responsibilities vary, all people guides are expected to foster a culture of belonging and a psychologically healthy work environment by being trustworthy; respecting all individuals; being flexible; supporting work/life integration as well as healthy boundaries; inviting new ideas, alternatives, and perspectives; speaking up and taking action if others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and recognizing the contributions of others.

Sound judgment and well-developed communication skills are the most useful skills for navigating this job successfully in the long term.

Summary of position responsibilities

• Operation of a particle accelerator: following standard procedures for the turnon/turnoff of radiation equipment. Being aware of common alarms, and troubleshooting when equipment fails or behaves in a non-standard manner.
• Operate electronic test equipment (for example oscilloscopes, spectrum evaluators, and signal generators) and have the aptitude to diagnose problems with sophisticated experimental equipment.
• As the facility performs 24/7, this position requires shift and weekend work. Recognized as essential personnel during inclement weather.
• Sound judgement impacting the safety of personnel and equipment

What We Need

• Experience in and/or demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and wellbeing.
• Passionate about working in an organization that values and promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, anti-racism, and wellbeing.
• Aptitude to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
• Formal training beyond high school diploma, 2 years of college coursework, or Associate's degree or equivalent.
• Aptitude to express thoughts clearly, both orally and in writing
• Aptitude to adapt to changing priorities, situations and demands
• Commitment to safety of personnel and equipment
• Experience operating lab equipment, diagnosing problems in a technical setting, following protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment

What We Prefer

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field
• Experience in a laboratory or machine shop setting
• Experience with electronic circuits
• Basic experience with Linux or C
• 2 years' experience or training in the use of electronic test equipment or sophisticated scientific equipment

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