Postdoc with focus on surface physics ​/ solid-state physics

Organisation/Company Forschungszentrum Jülich Research Field All Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Established Researcher (R3) Country Germany Final date to receive applications 19 Jan 2038 - 03:14 (UTC) Type of Contract To be defined Job Status Other Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Area of research:

Scientific / postdoctoral posts

Your Job:

• Responsible scientist for the operation of the X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) device
• Upgrade and development of the device for future projects
• Research on fusion relevant materials regarding composition and functionality
• Collegial cooperation on present topics and development of new projects in the field of material research for fusion applications
• Participation in international conferences (including presenting your research results) and preparation of scientific publications with Peer-Review

Your Profile:

• Completed university masters degree (physics/chemistry) with a PhD
• Strong knowledge and experimental experience in X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy
• Suitability to work in a radiation protection area
• Ideally, experience with further methods in the field of surface characterization, especially in FTIR spectroscopy on surfaces, and/or knowledge in plasma wall interaction in fusion devices
• Excellent English language skills (spoken and written), German language skills are an advantage
• Programming skills would be beneficial

Our Offer:

We work on the very latest issues that impact our society and are offering you the chance to actively help in shaping the change! We support you in your work with:

• CAMPUS
  
  EXPERIENCE:
  
  Our research campus in the countryside provides ideal conditions for collegial exchange and sporting activities right on site
• KNOWLEDGE & FURTHER TRAINING:
  Your development is important to us – we provide targeted and individual support
• HEALTH & WELL-BEING:
  Your health is important to us. You can look forward to a comprehensive company health management programme with a wide range of options, including a beach volleyball court, running groups, yoga classes and much more. In addition, our company medical service and an experienced social counselling team are available to assist you on site
• SUPPORT FOR INTERNATIONAL EMPLOYEES:
  Our International Advisory Service makes it easier for international employees to get started
• WORK-LIFE-BALANCE:
  Flexible working arrangements (including remote working) are generally possible upon agreement and in line with upcoming tasks and (on-site) appointments
• LEAVE:
  You will receive 30 days of leave plus additional days off (e.g. between Christmas and New Year`s Day)
• FAIR REMUNERATION:
  Depending on your existing qualifications and the tasks assigned to you, you will be classified in pay grade 13 of the TVöD-Bund (Collective Agreement for the Public Service). All information on the TVöD-Bund collective agreement can be found on the BMI website:  The monthly salaries in euros can be found on page 66 of the PDF download
• PERSPECTIVE:
  After a two-year fixed-term contract, our goal is to hire you on a permanent basis. Let`s use this time to find out how well we fit together

Exploration and preparation of next career opportunities supported by our Career Center & Postdoc Office:

In addition to exciting tasks and a collaborative working atmosphere at Jülich, we have a lot more to offer:

We particularly welcome applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds (e.g. regardless of age, gender, disabilities, sexual orientation/identity, as well as social, ethnic, and religious background). We strive to offer a diverse and inclusive working environment in which people enjoy equal opportunities and are able to fulfill their potential.

Further information on diversity and equal opportunities:

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.