Ultrafast Laser Scientist: X-ray Pump/Probe Expert

Lunds Universitet; Lunds kommun; On-site; SEK 520,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Lund University’s FemtoMAX beamline at MAX IV seeks a highly motivated scientist to advance femtosecond time-resolved X-ray techniques. You will join a team of researchers and engineers developing beamline capabilities and performing pump/probe experiments with THz/X-ray modalities.

The role requires a PhD in a relevant field and at least 5 years of experience in ultrafast laser/X-ray experiments, data analysis in Matlab/Python, and strong English communication.

Qualifications

• PhD in physics, chemistry or materials science.
• Minimum 5 years of ultrafast laser-pump/hard X-ray probe experiments at large-scale facilities.
• Minimum 5 years data analysis with Matlab and/or Python.
• Knowledge of non-linear optics, THz generation/characterization and laser beam diagnostics.
• Experience with laser timing tools (cross-correlator, streak camera).
• Experience in THz pump/X-ray probe studies.
• Design/simulation tools: SolidWorks, COMSOL.
• You cultivate an inclusive and respectful workplace environment.
• Excellent command of English (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Maintain laser systems and laser diagnostics for FemtoMAX.
• Develop THz capabilities and beamline performance.
• Develop laser timing tools.
• Contribute to research, dissemination and education at FemtoMAX.
• Contribute to work-safety routines and beamline operations.
• Be part of a team conducting femtosecond time-resolved X-ray experiments.
• Support beamline outreach program.

Skills

Ultrafast laser experiments

Data analysis (Matlab/Python)

English proficiency

Laser timing tools

Non-linear optics knowledge

THz generation/characterization

Education

PhD in physics, chemistry, or materials science

Tools

SolidWorks

COMSOL

LabVIEW

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Lund University’s FemtoMAX beamline at MAX IV seeks a highly motivated scientist to advance femtosecond time-resolved X-ray techniques. You will join a team of researchers and engineers developing beamline capabilities and performing pump/probe experiments with THz/X-ray modalities.

The role requires a PhD in a relevant field and at least 5 years of experience in ultrafast laser/X-ray experiments, data analysis in Matlab/Python, and strong English communication.