Application Physicist / System Engineer (Laser / Optics / R&D) - Collaborative Environment

We have an opening for an Application Physicist / System Engineer, specializing in Lasers, Light-Matter Interaction, Experimental Physics (lasers, optics), Physical Chemistry.

The successful candidate will closely collaborate with Optics and System Engineering Groups in development of complex opto-mechanical systems and metrology processes. 

This position is in the Product Development group of the Surfscan-ADE division. 

The job is in the field of experimental physics related to the light-matter interaction. 

In this role you will:

• Conduct research in characterization of optical materials.
• Engineer, construct, and modify optical apparatuses for optical materials characterization.
• Conduct experimental data acquisition, processing and analysis; 
• Organize, analyze, and present data from research.
• Convey capabilities and new opportunities to DOE and internal sponsors.
• Develop and present written analyses and verbal briefings that capture and communicate research results as well as periodic progress reports.
• Pursue independent but complementary research interests and interact with a broad spectrum of scientists internally and externally to the Laboratory.
• Publish research results in peer-reviewed scientific or technical journals and present results at external conferences, seminars and/or technical meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Experience in laser technology and optics with various laser sources and optical systems.
• Experience in optical system design and building complex optical layouts.
• Initiative and interpersonal skills with the ability to work both as part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team, as well as the ability to produce independent, original work.
• Experience in using class 4 lasers, optics layout, and engineering.
• Experience with data acquisition software for instrumentation design and control. E.g. Matlab, Python, LabView etc. 
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills necessary to deliver presentations and prepare written reports, explain technical information, and provide advice to management.
• Fast learner 
• Doctorate (Academic) or work experience of 0 years , Master's Level Degree or work experience of 2 years , Bachelor's Level Degree or work experience of 3 years