Manager: Accelerator and Engineering at NRF National Research Foundation

About the position

Postion Summary:
iThemba LABS is seeking an experienced Department Head for its Accelerator Operations and Technical Support department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic leadership for the development of departmental plans and budgets aligned to the organisational strategy;Management of the daily operations of the various accelerators (cyclotrons and tandem accelerators), beam transmission lines and ancillary infrastructure as well as their regular maintenance, upgrades and development of new facilities;Management of the financial affairs of the department through effective budget planning and expenditure control in compliance with NRF financial policies;Ensuring good corporate governance and performance reporting;People management and development in line with the NRF HR policies and procedures;Promote collaboration on accelerator physics and engineering with internal and external stakeholders, including a number of international collaborative projects

Minimum Qualification:

• Doctoral Degree / NQF 10

Minimum Experience:

• 12-12 years

• PhD (Physics or Engineering) Thesis subject on a particle accelerator or related subject will be advantageous

Experience:

• 12 Years’ experience of work with particle accelerators; inclusive of 5 years’ experience in the management of accelerator operations, maintenance and engineering projects

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of particle accelerator physics and fundamentals of charged particle production and transportation;Knowledge of particle accelerator support systems (cooling, ventilation, power);Knowledge of radiation safety requirements in a particle accelerator facilityKnowledge of high-power radiofrequency systems, high-speed digital electronics and power supplies will be advantageous

The NRF website provides more details on the initiatives and activities Applicants should submit a comprehensive CV by registering and apply online through the NRF Recruitment and Selection Portal. Applications should be accompanied by a letter of motivation indicating the applicant·s suitability for the position. The names and contact details of at least three referees should be provided.

Desired Skills:

• Skilled in applied field of position
• Knowledge to be relevant
• Responsible in performing duties

About The Employer:

The National Research Foundation (NRF) supports and promotes research and human capital development through funding, the provision of National Research Facilities and science outreach platforms and programmes to the broader community in all fields of science and technology, including natural sciences, engineering, social sciences and humanities. iThemba LABS is Africa’s leading research facility for accelerator-based science that is committed to advance knowledge, transforming lives and, inspiring the nation through probing fundamental structure and the origins of matter; Advancing the understanding of condensed matter; Impacting the societal need through provision for the health and environmental sector.