Postdoctoral Scientist for Spintronics Devices (f/m/d)

European XFEL; Schenefeld; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading European research facility in Schleswig-Holstein is seeking a researcher to conduct X-ray pump - THz-emission probe experiments. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in physics and experience with femtosecond lasers. Benefits include a family-friendly environment and extensive relocation support.

Leistungen

Flexible working times

30 days of vacation

Generous company pension scheme

Extensive relocation benefits

Monthly social events

Qualifikationen

• PhD in physics or an equivalent academic degree.
• Experience with femtosecond optical lasers, and/or THz radiation.
• Practical knowledge of UHV technologies.

Aufgaben

• Perform X-ray pump - THz-emission probe experiments.
• Coordinate with SCS scientists to run experiments.
• Propose and implement improvements to equipment.

Kenntnisse

Experience with femtosecond optical lasers

Knowledge of UHV technologies

Experience with pump-probe experiments

Data analysis

Ausbildung

PhD in physics or equivalent

Jobbeschreibung

For our SCS group we are looking for a

Responsibilities

• Perform X-ray pump - THz-emission probe experiments to measure relative arrival time between the X-ray and optical laser pulses using an existing apparatus to improve the time resolution of user experiments
• Coordinate with SCS scientists to run the timing experiment simultaneously with user experiments
• Analyse data from the timing experiment
• Propose, implement and test improvements to the existing apparatus for sensitivity, reliability and ease-of-use
• Work with SCS engineers to develop a new apparatus
• Commission the new apparatus

Qualifications

• PhD in physics or an equivalent academic degree
• Experience with femtosecond optical lasers, and/or THz radiation
• Experience with pump-probe experiments
• Practical knowledge of UHV technologies
• Experience at large scale facility (e.g. SR, FEL) would be an asset

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.

Benefits

Salary and benefits are similar to those of public service organizations in Germany, this includes for example:

• family friendly working environment (e.g. additional childcare days)
• flexible working times and option for work from home depending on tasks
• 30 days of vacation, 24th and 31st of December are free as a courtesy of the employer
• extensive relocation benefits
• generous company pension scheme (6,45% of monthly salary)
• monthly social events and subsidized company restaurant
• partially financed job-tickets for public transportation
• extensive training opportunities incl. subsidized English and German language classes
• Easy and free access to a mental health platform to support your wellbeing

Our company language is English.