Scientist in Ultrafast Spectroscopy (f/m/d)

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

Zusammenfassung

A leading scientific research organization in Germany is seeking a candidate to develop innovative optical systems for time-resolved experiments at the Sqs instrument. The ideal candidate will hold a PhD in Physics, have strong experience with femtosecond lasers, and be proficient in programming languages like MATLAB or Python. This role offers a family-friendly work environment, flexible hours, and extensive benefits.

Leistungen

Family-friendly working environment

Flexible working times

30 days of vacation

Extensive relocation benefits

Generous company pension scheme

Monthly social events

Subsidized company restaurant

Job tickets for public transportation

Subsidized English and German language classes

Free access to a mental health platform

Qualifikationen

• PhD in Physics or an equivalent academic degree.
• Proven experience with femtosecond optical lasers, including dispersion management and optical design.
• Experience with pump-probe experiments on gas phase targets.
• Practical knowledge of UHV technologies and/or experience at large-scale facilities.
• Knowledge of programming languages such as MATLAB, C++, or Python.

Aufgaben

• Participate in the science program at the Sqs instrument.
• Develop new optical systems for time-resolved experiments.
• Integrate and improve optical systems for multi-wavelength experiments.
• Support and consult instrument users for their campaigns.

Kenntnisse

Experience with femtosecond optical lasers

Knowledge of programming languages (MATLAB, C++, Python)

Experience with pump-probe experiments

Practical knowledge of UHV technologies

Ausbildung

PhD in Physics or equivalent

Jobbeschreibung

For Our Sqs Group, we are looking for a candidate who will:

1. Actively participate in the broad science program at the Sqs instrument.
2. Develop new optical systems for cutting-edge time-resolved experiments at the shortest (few femtoseconds to attoseconds) timescales.
3. Integrate and improve current optical systems for time-resolved multi-wavelength pump-probe experiments, especially extending towards the UV-VUV wavelength regime.
4. Develop individual research activities at the European XFEL.
5. Support and consult instrument users for their experimental campaigns.

Qualifications include:

1. PhD in Physics or an equivalent academic degree.
2. Proven experience with femtosecond optical lasers, including dispersion management and optical design.
3. Experience with pump-probe experiments on gas phase targets.
4. Practical knowledge of UHV technologies and/or practical experience at large-scale facilities (e.g., SR, FEL) is an asset.
5. Knowledge of programming languages such as MATLAB, C++, or Python.

Become part of a vibrant international and multicultural 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.

Salary and benefits are similar to those of public service organizations in Germany, including:

• Family-friendly working environment (e.g., additional childcare days).
• Flexible working times and options 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, including subsidized English and German language classes.
• Easy and free access to a mental health platform to support your wellbeing.

  Our company language is English.