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 matter and materials, energy and environment and human health. 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 2100 people.
The TOMCAT beamline has been providing cutting-edge tomographic microscopy to a heterogeneous international scientific community and has generated seminal contributions in key areas like (bio-) medical research, material science, energy, geoscience, and paleontology. Internationally, TOMCAT is considered a benchmark and is presently driving the developments of dynamical tomographic microscopy. Capitalizing on the unique properties of the upcoming new SLS-2 machine, we aim at maintaining and strengthening our leading role in the field with the deployment of the TOMCAT 2.0 upgrade.
For our team, we are looking for aBeamline Scientist (Tenure Track)TOMCAT 2.0Your tasks
Development of innovative imaging applications within the TOMCAT 2.0 upgrade program (design of novel concepts, methods and instruments; procurement and commissioning of the necessary equipment and infrastructure; coordination of the work with PSI specialist groups)
User support on SLS-TOMCAT first and (S-TOMCAT and I-TOMCAT) on SLS-2 later on
Design/execution of imaging experiments with TOMCAT infrastructure as PI and/or in collaboration and dissemination of results on scientific journals and international meetings
Acquisition of third-party funds at Swiss National Science Foundation SNSF level and beyond
Supervision of postdoctoral fellows, PhD students, diploma students and interns
Your profileWe are looking for a team player able to bridge complex beamline experiments with users, ambitious own research and passionate supervision. The successful candidate should have a PhD degree in physics or related field, experience in synchrotron radiation and optics as well as image processing and scientific computing. Previous experience as junior staff at synchrotron imaging facilities as well as in leading/managing small research projects are welcome. Excellent knowledge of English is required and knowledge of German is beneficial.We offerOur 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.
For further information, please contact Prof Dr Marco Stampanoni, phone +41 56 310 47 24 or email marco.stampanoni@psi.ch.
Please submit your application online by 31 January 2021 (including list of publications and addresses of referees) for the position as a Beamline Scientist (Tenure Track) (index no. 6111-01).
Paul Scherrer Institut, Human Resources Management, Elke Baumann, 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland
