Postdoctoral Scientist for attosecond generation European XFEL

Lightsources; Hamburg; Hybrid; EUR 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation benefits

English as company language

Training opportunities

Employee sports membership

Job summary

European XFEL GmbH invites applications for a Postdoctoral Scientist (f/m/d) for attosecond generation in Schenefeld near Hamburg. You will join the FEL Physics Group on the AttoSASE project, co-leading the R&D work package and collaborating with DESY on the same objective.

You will conduct simulation studies, analyze pulse properties, and contribute to improving reliability and extending generation capabilities on SASE2/SASE3 in soft and hard X-ray ranges.

Qualifications

• Ph.D in FEL or Accelerator physics.
• Knowledge of FEL Physics.
• FEL simulations experience.
• FEL attosecond pulse generation at FELs will be considered an important asset.

Responsibilities

• Run simulation studies to shape radiation properties along the attosecond pulse.
• Perform simulations to improve peak power and pulse duration.
• Explore alternative schemes such as super radiant pulse generation.
• Analyze performance and operational improvements with acceleration operations, photon diagnostics and experiments.

Skills

FEL Physics

FEL simulations

Education

Ph.D in FEL or Accelerator physics

Job description

European XFEL is an international non-profit company located in the Hamburg area in Germany. It operates a 3.4 km-long X-ray laser, which produces X-rays of unique quality for studies in physics, chemistry, the life sciences, materials research and other disciplines. The diverse scientific facilities at European XFEL enable scientists from across the globe to carry out a wide range of experimental techniques.

Postdoctoral Scientist (f/m/d) for attosecond generation

The Position

The successful candidate will join the European XFEL FEL Physics Group to work on the AttoSASE project within the Attosecond strategy program at the European XFEL. Generation of attosecond pulses at SASE3 and SASE2 both in the soft and hard x-ray ranges has been demonstrated. The project involves improving reliability of the delivery and extending generation capabilities. The successful candidate will co-lead the R&D work package of the project together with a colleague hired by DESY for the same purpose. They will jointly fulfill the following tasks and responsibilities:

• Simulation studies of shaping radiation properties along the attosecond pulse
• Simulation studies on further improvement of peak power and duration of the attosecond pulse
• Study of other schemes such as super radiant pulse generation
• Analysis (at SASE 2 and SASE3, together with acceleration operations, photon diagnostics and experiments) of the performance (including the ultimate duration of the pulses), user friendliness of the present scheme(s), and development of operational improvements

Requirements

• Ph.D in FEL or Accelerator physics
• Knowledge of FEL Physics
• FEL simulations experience
• FEL attosecond pulse generation at FELs will be considered an important asset

For additional information, please contact Gianluca Geloni ([e-mail]).

Working place will be Schenefeld, in the Hamburg metropolitan area. General information on working in Germany, the Hamburg area and the European XFEL can be found under www.xfel.eu/careers.

Our offer

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)

Compensation & long-term security

• Transparent compensation aligned with public service organizations in Germany
• Monthly gross salary range: min. 13/1 with 4.901,11€ – max. 13/6 with 7.025,87€, the actual level is defined by the individual work experience, see current tariff table
• In addition, a scientific allowance is granted
• Depending on the pay group, an annual special payment of 75% of one month’s salary is granted
• 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

Reference number: S-690

Duration: This position is initially limited to 3 years.

Application

The European XFEL GmbH is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and we promote and support diverse and heterogenous teams. Applicants with disabilities will be given preference over other equally qualified applicants.