Postdoc: Diffractive Electron Optics & Instrumentation

Delft University of Technology via AcademicTransfer; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to high-vacuum SEMs

FIB-SEM access

Job summary

We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher to join the Curious Beams Lab at Delft University of Technology and to lead the instrumentation development for BEAMSurf: a novel scanning electron microscope using coherent backscattered electrons for diffractive imaging of material surfaces. You will own the instrument from design through fabrication and demonstration.

You will work with PhD candidates on imaging methodology and computational imaging, collaborating with the PI and lab technician, to

Qualifications

• PhD in physics, applied physics, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, materials science, or related field.
• Strong background in experimental physics, electron optics, electron microscopy, charged-particle optics, or instrumentation.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead instrumentation development for BEAMSurf from electron-optical design to fabrication and demonstration.
• Design and characterize compact electron-optical components; coordinate fabrication and integration.
• Lead commissioning and optimization of the experimental instrument; supervise PhD candidates.

Skills

PhD in physics

Experimental physics

Electron optics

Analytical skills

English communication

Education

PhD in a related field

Tools

EM simulation tools

Electron microscopy equipment

Job description

We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher to join the Curious Beams Lab at Delft University of Technology and to lead the instrumentation development for BEAMSurf: a novel scanning electron microscope using coherent backscattered electrons for diffractive imaging of material surfaces. You will own the instrument from design through fabrication and demonstration.

You will work with PhD candidates on imaging methodology and computational imaging, collaborating with the PI and lab technician, to