Palo Alto, USA
24 days ago
Senior Microwave & Linac Scientist

Together, we can beat cancer.

At Varian, a Siemens Healthineers Company, we bring together the world's best talent to realize our vision of a world without fear of cancer. Together, we work passionately to develop and deliver easy-to-use, efficient oncology solutions.

We are part of an incredible community of scientists, clinicians, developers, researchers, professionals, and skilled specialists pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, to improve people’s lives around the world. We embrace a culture of inclusivity in which the power and potential of every individual can be unleashed. We spark ideas that lead to positive impact and continued success.

If you want to be part of this important mission, we want to hear from you. 

We are looking for a team player who combines a solid technical background with a practical mindset and hands-on aptitude.  Ability to collaborate effectively in a multi-disciplinary team is essential, as are strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to efficiently manage project timelines in a fast-paced environment. 

Responsibilities will include

Serve as a technical expert on Linac & microwave projects and as a resource to other related projects at Varian.Collaborate and provide expertise to Manufacturing groupLinac & Microwave system design work  Provide advisory support to Physics and systems engineering teamWork with other scientists and engineers to review and solve difficult technical issues.Coordinate resources needed to complete a task or project.Improve documentation, baseline data and operating and maintenance procedures.Provide scope, cost and schedule estimates for research and engineering projects.

Job Requirements

MS/Ph.D. in Microwave Engineering or similar field15+ years of direct experience in the design, construction, implementation and maintenance of Linacs and high power microwave systemsLinear accelerator manufacturing experienceHighly motivated team player who can also work independentlyExcellent problem solving and critical thinking skillsAbility to interact effectively with experts in multiple disciplines.

Fighting cancer calls for big ideas.

We envision a world without fear of cancer. Achieving this vision takes dedication and commitment from all of us, every single day. That's why we celebrate and value the distinctly beautiful and intersectional identities of each of our employees. We are a mirror of our patient-base, which allows us to innovate. Big ideas come from everywhere, and the best ideas are fostered by our unique individual experiences. At Varian, we encourage you to bring your whole self to work and believe your bold and authentic perspective will help to power more victories over cancer.

TogetherWeFight

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The base pay range for this position is

Min $144,300 - Max $259,900

The pay wage range shown is based on the job posting's primary location. Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to skill set, experience, certifications, and location.

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