Tenure-Track TEM & Microstructures Scientist

PSI; Villigen; Remote; CHF 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

PSI is seeking a Scientist on a tenure-track path focused on Transmission Electron Microscopy and microstructures. You will develop and lead research on interfaces in nuclear fuel materials, work with PSI's electron microscopy facilities and ScopeM at ETH Zurich, and supervise students and postdocs.

Excellent English is mandatory and German is a plus. The position is based in Villigen, Switzerland, with on-site duties and a strong publication track record expected.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Materials Science, Physics or Chemistry and a PhD in Nuclear Materials preferred.
• Experience with TEM/FIB techniques and radiation-protected environment handling is valued.
• Excellent track record with international collaborations and publications.

Responsibilities

• Lead research projects on interfaces of nuclear fuel materials (ceramics, metals, compounds).
• Coordinate collaboration with PSI’s EMF and ScopeM at ETH Zurich.
• Characterize micro-structures with TEM and interpret results on irradiation damage and mechanical properties.
• Supervise master/PhD students and postdocs; publish in renowned journals; present at conferences.

Skills

TEM experience

FIB experience

Interdisciplinary collaboration

English proficiency

Education

Master’s in Materials Science, Physics, or Chemistry

PhD in Nuclear Materials or related field

Tools

TEM

FIB

Job description

PSI is seeking a Scientist on a tenure-track path focused on Transmission Electron Microscopy and microstructures. You will develop and lead research on interfaces in nuclear fuel materials, work with PSI's electron microscopy facilities and ScopeM at ETH Zurich, and supervise students and postdocs.

Excellent English is mandatory and German is a plus. The position is based in Villigen, Switzerland, with on-site duties and a strong publication track record expected.