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Description

Reporting to the Beam Instrumentation Lead in the AOD department, the successful candidate leads the development of software related to beam diagnostics, orbit correction and other accelerator systems. The Instrumentation Analyst collaborates with the Controls and Instrumentation Department to ensure consistency in and coordination of the software development efforts across department boundaries.

The purpose of the Instrumentation development is to monitor and improve the performance and the reliability of the machine. Occasional shift work is required to test the software during machine development shifts or to assist and train accelerator physicists in the operation of newly developed instrumentation.  

Responsibilities:
Implements or oversees the implementation of instrumentation software, such as drivers, application software, DSP algorithms, and FPGA programming.
May act as the facility specialist for assigned systems such as RF systems, orbit control systems, FPGA technology, etc.
Provides timely and accurate technical and/or administrative support and coordination of assigned projects
Works in collaboration with other departments and external vendors or contractors to complete assigned projects or tasks.
Participates in design reviews ensuring design quality, technical accuracy, designs conform to CLS standards, and other relevant codes, standards & practices.
Works with beamline, accelerator and engineering personnel to define hardware and software system requirements for instrumentation projects.

Qualifications:
An undergraduate degree in Physics, Engineering Physics, or Computer Science with a minimum of 5 years of related experience
P.Eng. or ISP membership is an asset
A background in accelerator physics, or a strong interest and ability to acquire this knowledge is required