The Paul Scherrer Institute PSI is the largest research institute for natural and engineering sciences within Switzerland. We perform cutting-edge research in the fields of matter and materials, energy and environment and human health. By performing fundamental and applied research, we work on sustainable solutions for major challenges facing society, science and economy. PSI is committed to the training of future generations. Therefore, about one quarter of our staff are post-docs, post-graduates or apprentices. Altogether, PSI employs 2100 people.
For the Core Behaviour Group, in the Laboratory for Reactor Physics and Thermal-hydraulics we are looking for aNuclear ScientistReactor Modelling and Simulations with Monte Carlo Radiation Transport CodesYour tasks
Development of reactor simulation methodologies and LWR cycle models with Monte Carlo MC radiation transport codes
Validation of Monte Carlo simulations against available experimental data for criticality safety w/o burnup credit, fluence and activation as well as for core analyses of the Swiss reactors
Enhancements and further development of in-house methodologies for coupling of Monte-Carlo models to core simulators and activation codes as well as for nuclear data uncertainty propagation
Preparation of scientific publications and technical reports
Contributions to education activities and supervision of students
Your profile
PhD degree in Reactor Physics, Nuclear Engineering or Physics
Strong background in Monte Carlo neutron transport simulations
Solid background in statistical methods, validation procedures and data processing tools
Experience in programming and scripting, especially good knowledge of Perl will be an asset
Familiarity with LWR safety analyses and multi-physics simulations
Eligibility for obtaining MCNP® code license
Fluency in spoken and written English and, ideally, basic knowledge of German
We offerOur institution is based on an interdisciplinary, innovative and dynamic collaboration. You will profit from a systematic training on the job, in addition to personal development possibilities and our pronounced vocational training culture. If you wish to optimally combine work and family life or other personal interests, we are able to support you with our modern employment conditions and the on-site infrastructure.
This is a fixed-term position. The employment contract will be limited to 2 years.
For further information, please contact Dr Alexander Vasiliev, phone +41 56 310 27 02. Please submit your application online by 31 December 2020 (including list of publications and addresses of referees) for the position as a Nuclear Scientist (index no. 4102-02).
Paul Scherrer Institut Human Resources Management, Michael Dorn, 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland
