Job Opening: College/University Faculty: OPTO-MECHANICAL SIMULATION PHYSICIST at Caltech/LIGO in Pasadena, CA, Pasadena, California [Physics Today Jobs]

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OPTO-MECHANICAL SIMULATION PHYSICIST Job Code: 14078		POSTED: Nov 03
Salary:	Open	Location:	Pasadena, California
Employer:	Caltech/LIGO in Pasadena, CA	Type:	Full Time - Experienced (non-manager)
Sector:	CAMT	Category:	College/University Faculty

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Job Summary - The candidate will develop code for the simulation of interferometric gravitational wave detectors under the direction of a senior LIGO scientist. The candidate will begin by working on existing models which have been under development for some years and will work to extend the models to simulate a full Advanced LIGO interferometer. In addition, the candidate will spend time working at the sites using the results of simulations to facilitate the commissioning of the Advanced LIGO Detectors. This is 3-year term, renewable position. Basic Qualifications: Masters degree in a related discipline with at least 8 years of relevant experience. Good programming skills using object oriented design, experience in the simulation of complex opto-mechanical systems or other equally complex scientific experiments and a strong knowledge of physics. The candidate must have an excellent working knowledge of C++ and will be required to supply samples of their code as part of the application process. In addition to strong experience in the simulation of complex systems, the candidate must have a good background in physics including: 1) basis optics including optical beam propagation, 2) mechanics, and 3) heat transfer. To be considered for this position, please submit your resume at the following link: http://apptrkr.com/129538 EOE

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