Beamline Scientist (Tenure Track) at Paul Scherrer Institut (PSI) (Villigen PSI, AG, Switzerland) | Careerkit Jobs
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Paul Scherrer Institut (PSI)·Research·Villigen PSI, Aargau
Beamline Scientist (Tenure Track)
RoleFull-time · Fixed-term · Entry · Science & Research
RequirementsPhD · EU/EFTA permit
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Operate and develop the ADvanced DiffrAction for Material Science (ADDAMS) beamline at the SLS 2.0, with a focus on total scattering and/or profile analysis methods
Develop and sustain an independent scientific research program based on advanced X-ray scattering techniques, both experimentally and in data analysis
Conceive, plan and execute synchrotron experiments, also in collaboration with users, including the necessary technical developments
Support and expand the user program of the ADDAMS beamline in collaboration with both academic institutions and industrial partners
Publication and dissemination of scientific results
Supervision of postdoctoral researchers and doctoral students
01* Operate and develop the ADvanced DiffrAction for Material Science (ADDAMS) beamline at the SLS 2.0, with a focus on total scattering and/or profile analysis methods
02* Develop and sustain an independent scientific research program based on advanced X-ray scattering techniques, both experimentally and in data analysis
03* Conceive, plan and execute synchrotron experiments, also in collaboration with users, including the necessary technical developments
04* Support and expand the user program of the ADDAMS beamline in collaboration with both academic institutions and industrial partners
05* Publication and dissemination of scientific results
06* Supervision of postdoctoral researchers and doctoral students
Requirements
↳* PhD in Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics or a related field
↳* Broad scientific research experience with diffraction methods and a strong related publication record
↳* Extensive experience in conducting experiments at large-scale research facilities
↳* Dynamic personality with broad scientific curiosity and the ability to drive research and infrastructure projects forward
↳* Software development skills are an advantage
↳* Fluency in written and spoken English and willingness to learn German over time
Benefits
＋Our institution is based on an interdisciplinary, innovative and dynamic collaboration.
＋You will profit from a systematic training on the job, in addition to personal development possibilities and our pronounced vocational training culture.
＋If you wish to optimally combine work and family life or other personal interests, we are able to support you with our modern employment conditions and the on-site infrastructure.
＋This is a Tenure Track position.
＋The employment contract will initially be limited to 3 years.
