Research Associate for the Project “Optimized Processing and Training for Intelligent Experimen[...]

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Institution & Details

Institution : Faculty of Mathematics, Informatics and Natural Sciences, Department of Physics, Institute for Experimental Physics

Salary level : EGR. 13 TV-L

Start date : as soon as possible, fixed until (This is a fixed-term contract in accordance with Section 2 of the academic fixed-term labor contract act (Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz, WissZeitVG)).

Application deadline :

Scope of work : part-time

Weekly hours : 75 % of standard work hours per week

Responsibilities

Duties include academic services in the project named above. Research associates may also pursue further academic qualifications outside of their work responsibilities.

We are opening a position at the Center for Free‑Electron Laser (CFEL) Science in Hamburg. The project will focus on the implementation of machine‑learning‑based closed‑loop experimentation at the XUV Free‑Electron Laser FLASH at DESY in Hamburg in order to enable robust user operation for attosecond science with FELs. The analysis of electron‑spectroscopy‑based metrology of ultrashort pulses with attosecond resolution will be the basis for an automatized control of the machine optimization. Building a strong collaboration network between photon science, accelerator science and technology is key to this project, hence, project planning and communication will be a substantial part of the tasks. The position is part of the BMFTR project OPTIX, Optimized Processing and Training for Intelligent Experimentation.

Tasks

literature research
data analysis of angular‑streaking‑based attosecond metrology via Python‑based algorithms
correlation of diagnostic data and machine operation of the FEL FLASH for closed‑loop‑optimization
communication between computer sciences, photon science, and accelerator science
conducting experiments, measurements and calculations
preparation of publications
participation in conferences
participation in at least one local graduate school
analysis and interpretation of scientific data

Profile

A university degree in a relevant field.

completed university degree (diploma/master's) in physics or a related field
very good experience in the field of X‑ray physics and accelerator science and technology, especially regarding free‑electron lasers and/or synchrotrons
very good experience with data analysis, ideally with Python as the programming language
project management experience
the candidate ideally has scientific publications as co‑author or lead author
strong organizational and teamwork skills to thrive in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment
excellent communication in English is necessary; knowledge of German is a plus
very good analytical skills
the candidate must have a thorough and independent working style
very good experience in preparing scientific papers

Benefits

Reliable remuneration based on wage agreements
Continuing education opportunities
University pensions
Attractive location
Flexible working hours
Work‑life balance opportunities
Health management, EGYM Wellpass
Educational leave
30 days of vacation per annum

About University of Hamburg

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