PhD student - Microstructural Dynamics of Fusion Targets (f/m/d) - 29,25 hours/week

European XFEL; Schenefeld; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 59,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation benefits

English as company language

Extensive training opportunities

Company pension scheme

Job summary

European XFEL invites a PhD candidate to contribute to the EXPLODE group by developing and applying X-ray imaging diagnostics for laser-driven, fusion-relevant targets. You will work on experimental data analysis and establish robust workflows for evaluating X-ray imaging measurements.

The role includes preparing and fabricating nanostructured targets, planning experiments at European XFEL and collaborating with international partners.

Qualifications

• Experience with large-scale user facility experiments is desirable.
• Experience with high-performance computing for data analysis is desirable.
• Familiarity with x-ray imaging, diffraction or scattering techniques is desirable.
• Hands-on laboratory experience in microscopy, materials characterisation or nanostructured materials is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and application of X-ray imaging methods for laser-driven, fusion-relevant targets.
• Analyse experimental data and help establish robust workflows for evaluating X-ray imaging measurements.
• Support the preparation, fabrication and characterisation of nanostructured targets for experiments.
• Assist with planning, preparation and execution of experiments at European XFEL and other facilities, including beamtime applications.
• Work with colleagues and external collaborators on experimental studies, simulations, data analysis and interpretation.
• Present results through internal reports, conferences and scientific publications, and a doctoral thesis.

Skills

Large-scale data analysis

Parallel computing

X-ray diagnostics knowledge

Laboratory work experience

Education

PhD or equivalent in physics/engineering

Job description

For our EXPLODE group we are looking for a

This PhD project is funded by the BMFTR as part of the \"EXPLODE\" (Experimental X-ray Platforms for Optimisation and Diagnosis of inertial fusion Energy) research group and is focused on developing X-ray imaging diagnostics together with the HED- HiBEF instrument. The BMFTR Project code is 13F1044 for the project \"Experimentelle Röntgenplattformen zur Optimierung und Diagnose der Trägheitsfusion\" (EXPLODE).

• Contribute to the development and application of X-ray imaging methods for the investigation of laser-driven, fusion-relevant targets.


• Analyse experimental data and help establish robust, well-documented workflows for the evaluation of X-ray imaging measurements.


• Support the preparation, fabrication and characterisation of nanostructured targets for experiments.


• Assist with the planning, preparation and execution of experiments at European XFEL and other facilities, including beamtime applications.


• Work with colleagues and external collaborators on experimental studies, simulations, data analysis and interpretation.


• Present results through internal reports, conferences and scientific publications, and a doctoral thesis

The following qualification would be beneficial:

• Previous experience with large-scale user facility experiments


• Large scale data analysis/parallel computing


• Familiarity with x-ray diagnostics (imaging, diffraction, scattering techniques)


• Practical experience with laboratory work: microscopy, materials characterisation or nanostructured materials

Become part of a vibrant international and multi-cultural team of scientists, engineers, technical and administrative staff. Be involved in cutting edge scientific and technical progress and participate in our international networks. Experience our atmosphere of tolerance and respect.

Work-life balance & flexibility

• A family-friendly working environment (e.g. additional childcare days)


• Flexible working hours and options to work from home (depending on your role and tasks)


• 30 days of paid vacation, plus December 24th and 31st off (granted by the employer)


• The position is offered in part-time, with 29.25 hours a week

Compensation & long-term security

• Transparent compensation aligned with public service organizations in Germany


• Salary: min. 13/1 with 4,901.11 € - max 13/2 with 5,279.32 € (values for full time will be adjusted according to the part-time model); the actual level is defined by the individual work experience, here is the link to the current valid tariff table


• Depending on the pay group, we offer an annual special payment of 75-95% of one month’s salary


• Partially funded public transportation Deutschlandticket


• Generous company pension scheme (6.45% of your monthly salary)

Support from day one

• Extensive relocation benefits to help you settle in smoothly


• English as company language, enabling easy collaboration in our international environment

Learning, wellbeing & community

• Extensive training opportunities, including subsidized English and German language courses


• Subsidized sports membership with access to over 7,000 sport clubs


• Monthly social events and company restaurant with employee discounts


• Free access to a professional mental health support platform