Research Engineer - Neutron Irradiation

The Institut Laue-Langevin (ILL) is based in Grenoble (France) and operates Europe's leading
research facility for basic research with neutrons. United by our passion for progress and
technology, we drive science and research forward every day. Together, we can pave the way
for discoveries that will help to make our world a better place.

The context for the mission
The Platform for Advanced Characterisation-Grenoble (PAC-G) of the Nanoelec Technological Research Institute (IRT Nanoelec) is managed by a consortium comprising ILL, ESRF, CNRS-LPSC and CEA-LETI, as well as industrial partners from the microelectronics sector in Grenoble. The aim of PAC-G is to offer state-of-the-art characterisation services to industry. In this framework, a considerable amount of R&D activity is devoted to developing novel advanced characterisation and irradiation set-ups to anticipate the future needs of the community in nano- and micro-electronics.

Your tasks
As a member of the ILL's Nuclear and Particle Physics group and in close partnership with IROC Technologies, you will be in charge of developing differentiating elements/capabilities at the Thermal and Epithermal Neutron Irradiation Station, TENIS. TENIS is a working installation for the irradiation of electronic components using a neutron spectrum produced by nuclear fission. The overall objective of this work is to further exploit all the possibilities potentially offered by the equipment. In particular, you will be expected to look for specific features to be implemented on TENIS in order to meet demands expressed by our industrial partners in terms of neutron and gamma beam characteristics. This means, for instance, developing specific neutron filters or targets. In addition, an active beam monitoring system should be implemented. These tasks include both modelling and instrumental development.

Your profile
-Master's degree in nuclear engineering or PhD in nuclear physics or in materials science with a sound knowledge of neutron physics.
-Strong computing skills using MCNPX or other codes for neutronics calculations.
-In-depth knowledge of mechanical properties characterisation techniques.
-A team spirit and the ability to work independently will ensure success. You must have the communication skills needed to coordinate work with project partners across Europe.
-A high level of autonomy and strong interpersonal skills to engage with the project's cross-functional team.

What we offer
Quality of life - A hub for research and technology, the city of Grenoble is ideally located in the heart of the French Alps (just 3 hours from Paris/Provence by train, 1 hour from Lyon international airport and 1 ½ hours from Geneva). It is important for us that our staff achieve a healthy work-life balance. We therefore offer a host of benefits that you will discover when you arrive!

Prospects- We guarantee you a stable 12-month fixed-term contract in a multicultural scientific environment.

Benefits- We offer generous social benefits (expatriation allowance, excellent health cover), moving and relocation assistance (under certain conditions) and an annual productivity bonus. We also offer language courses for you and your partner and subsidies for the use of public transport and the staff canteen, as well as for holidays and a variety of cultural and sports activities.

Sounds interesting?
Then why not take your next career step with us by applying online- preferably in English- via our career portal by 08.05.2022, quoting reference number 22/12 with a list of publications and the names of 3 referees, including one from your present work place. Please note that all applicants are subject to administrative screening. For this post, medical fitness for work under ionising radiation is required. We are committed to equal opportunities and diversity and therefore welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.