Beamline Operation Manager - X-ray Imaging

CHEManager International; Grenoble; Sur place; EUR 50 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading international research institute in Grenoble is seeking a Beamline Operation Manager to oversee synchrotron X-ray imaging operations. The role requires coordination of measurement campaigns, technical project management, and user training. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in materials science and at least 5 years of relevant experience. This permanent position offers competitive compensation and allowances, including relocation support.

Prestations

Competitive compensation and allowances

Relocation support

Innovative work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in synchrotron X-ray imaging.
• Strong background in materials science.
• Experience in complex experimental planning.

Responsabilités

• Coordinate measurement campaigns and routine maintenance.
• Monitor technical performance and manage logistics.
• Train users on instrumentation and support developments.

Connaissances

Collaboration

Communication skills

Experimental planning

Technical project management

Formation

Master's degree in physics, engineering, materials science, or related field

PhD (valued)

Description du poste

Overview

The ESRF is a world-leading international research facility for synchrotron X-ray imaging, located in the heart of the French Alps. Beamline BM05 is dedicated to micro-CT, topography and industrial metrology, and operates in collaboration with BM18 and ID19, the high-energy beamlines for large-field 3D/4D imaging. The Beamline Operation Manager (BLOM) plays a pivotal role in day-to-day operations—ensuring experiments are efficiently planned and executed, delivering high-quality data, and harmonising procedures and tools across beamlines. The BLOM is a key contact for academic and industrial users, translating scientific and technical needs into robust experimental protocols and providing hands-on support during beamtime.

The role includes coordinating measurement campaigns and routine maintenance, monitoring technical performance, and planning and documenting upgrades. You will define and implement verification protocols, oversee critical metrology parameters (stability, calibration, repeatability, alignment), and anticipate sample-environment needs (temperature, gas, pressure). You will also coordinate in-situ logistics with a "shared equipment" approach where possible, and manage technical gases in compliance with safety regulations and site logistics. In addition, you will contribute to proposal and beamtime workflows, train users on instrumentation, and support targeted developments (set-ups, protocols, automation), including cross-beamline initiatives on data/metadata consistency and 4D workflows. Where appropriate, you will coordinate technicians and engineers on maintenance and improvement activities.

For further information, please contact Veijo HONKIMÄKI (tel.: [phone], email: [e-mail]).

Expected profile

Education

• Master's degree in physics, engineering, materials science, or a related field. A PhD is highly valued.

Technical Skills

• Proven experience of at least 5 years in synchrotron X-ray imaging.
• Strong background in materials science.
• Track record in complex experimental planning and technical project management.

Non-Technical Skills

• Ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines.
• Strong communication skills with diverse stakeholders, including industry.
• Organisation, rigor, and autonomy within multidisciplinary teams.

Language Skills

• Fluency in English (working language at the ESRF).

Working conditions

Permanent contract.

The salary will be calculated on the basis of relevant qualifications and professional experience.

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What We Offer

• Join an innovative international research institute, with a workforce from 38 different countries
• Collaborate with global experts to advance science and address societal challenges
• Come and live in a vibrant city, in the heart of the Alps, and Europe\'s Green Capital 2022
• Enjoy a workplace designed to support your quality of life
• Benefit from our competitive compensation and allowances package, including financial support for your relocation to Grenoble

For further information on employment terms and conditions, please refer to the "What we offer" section of our Careers page https://www.esrf.fr/Jobs

The ESRF is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from disabled persons.