About the role#
The Radiation Protection Group at TRIUMF seeks a student to assist with the development of radiation tracking systems and the validation of facility designs. You will gain experience in both hands-on detection hardware and computational simulation. This role offers the chance to contribute to radiation safety and research while working alongside a multidisciplinary team.
What you'll do#
- Build geometries to run numerical simulations using radiation codes to evaluate shielding designs for future facilities.
- Install and commission radiation detectors and monitors, including gamma-ray HPGe spectroscopy equipment.
- Analyze experimental data from calibration tests using the ROOT C++ framework.
- Develop and implement mathematical models to fit collected data.
- Prepare technical reports on findings and simulation results.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Physics, Engineering Physics, or Computing Science program.
- Intermediate programming skills in C or C++, with proficiency in Python or Java also considered.
- A basic understanding of electronics.
- A personal interest in nuclear physics, environmental radiation, or related scientific fields.
- No professional experience outside of academia is required.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, on-site position located in Vancouver, British Columbia.
- The term runs from January 4, 2027, to April 30, 2027.
- You will have the opportunity to complete in-house training to become a designated TRIUMF Nuclear Energy Worker.
About TRIUMF
TRIUMF is the particle accelerator center for Canada. Founded in 1968 and based in Vancouver, the organization employs between 201 and 500 people. It conducts research in particle and nuclear physics, isotope science, and materials science. The facility collaborates with universities to develop technologies and study fundamental particles.
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