Job vacancy at the European Gravitational Observatory
Interferometer Operators Ref. OP/OP/05
Context
The European Gravitational Observatory is looking for 2 technicians to operate the Virgo
interferometer. Virgo is a scientific infrastructure built by INFN (Italy) and CNRS (France)
with the aim of detecting gravitational waves generated by astrophysical sources. The detector
is located near Pisa (Italy) and is currently going through its commissioning phase.
Assignment
The selected candidate will be part of the team in charge of the continuous operation of the
Virgo interferometer. He/She should be able to ensure the continuity of scientific activity by
checking the correct functioning of each of the devices composing the interferometer via the
appropriate monitoring systems. He/She will be responsible for tuning the various parts of the
interferometer according to the on-going scientific activity and following established
procedures. Must be able to read and comprehend technical information, directives, manuals,
memos, reports, as well as, other work related materials. Must have the ability to prepare
analysis sheets, reports, inventories, logbooks, etc. He/She will be working on shifts in order
to keep the apparatus in operation 24 hours/day and 365 days/year. After his training for the
operation is completed, He/She will be also assigned responsibilities which involve
background work (either performed during a shift or during free time). These responsibilities
can be procedures development/update, web pages maintenance, operation trainer, etc.
Experience
The candidate should be familiar with the use of computers and should have a basic
knowledge on the functionality of control system hardware and software. A basic knowledge
of UNIX/LINUX operating system and of Windows platform is required. Some background
related to WEB tools is also required. A basic knowledge of C programming or electronics
will be considered positively.
Education
Undergraduate level in information technology and/or electronics or an equivalent educational
level is required. The knowledge of the English language will be considered a required
qualification.
Interested candidates are welcome to send their CVs using the EGO Application Form, to be
found at http://www.ego-gw.it/public/organization/jobs/Employment_App_Form.doc, to
jobs@ego-gw.it within July 31st 2006 quoting the reference number of this vacancy notice.

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