Scientist (Tenure Track)

Vor 4 Tagen

Villigen, Aargau, Schweiz Swiss Light Source Vollzeit CHF 120'000 - CHF 180'000 pro Jahr
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The Paul Scherrer Institute PSI is the largest research institute for natural and engineering sciences within Switzerland. We perform cutting-edge research in the fields of future technologies, energy and climate, health innovation and fundamentals of nature. By performing fundamental and applied research, we work on sustainable solutions for major challenges facing society, science and economy. PSI is committed to the training of future generations. Therefore, about one quarter of our staff are post-docs, post-graduates or apprentices. Altogether, PSI employs 2300 people.

For the Insertion Devices Group within the Center for Photon Science, we are looking for a

Scientist (Tenure Track)

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Your tasks

  • Support beamline scientists in the operation and optimization of their undulator-based light sources at both SLS and SwissFEL, including advanced modes such as Echo-Enabled Harmonic Generation (EEHG)
  • Contribute to the design of short-period, advanced variable-polarization undulators for the upcoming SwissFEL and SLS beamline upgrades
  • Perform simulation studies of both the magnetic systems and photon output of current and future insertion devices
  • Perform magnetic measurements of insertion devices and take responsibility for the associated electronics and calibration

Your profile

  • PhD in Physics or Electrical Engineering
  • Substantial experience working at a user-oriented light source facility
  • Experience with advanced electromagnetic simulations involving technical superconductors (e.g., magnetization currents) is an advantage
  • Strong organizational and project management skills
  • Excellent communication skills in English; German is a plus

We offer

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 three years.

For further information, please contact Marco Calvi, phone

Please submit your application online by

, including list of publications and addresses of referees for the position as Scientist (Tenure Track) (Index-Nr

Paul Scherrer Institute, Human Resources Management, Luca Simen, 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland

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