Your Job:
The cold three-axis neutron spectrometer PANDA is one out of seven European neutron TAS spectrometers specialized for low-energy excitations in magnetism, lattice dynamics and hybridized modes. During the shutdown, several developments like AI-assisted data collection option (ARIANE), multiplexing secondary spectrometer (BAMBUS) and ADR cryostat were adapted to PANDA. We are looking for a new instrument scientist. Cold and hot commissioning will provide a unique chance to learn deeply about the instrument. The combination of user service and own research (30% of the instrument beamtime are reserved for inhouse research) will allow to develop a profile along your special interests. We would also support you in conducting high-class research in close cooperation with the JCNS sites in Jülich and Garching within the Institute for Quantum Materials and Collective Phenomena (JCNS-2).
Your tasks in detail:
1. Plan, perform and support high-end neutron experiments
2. Commission PANDA, its new BAMBUS multiplexing secondary spectrometer and the ADR cryostat
3. Lead the of state-of-the-art data management and analysis for BAMBUS and ARIANE within the PANDA team and in cooperation with CAMEA (PSI) and the European TAS community
4. Provide local contact support for users of the neutron spectrometer PANDA of JCNS at MLZ
5. Contribute to the instrument development of PANDA to meet future experimental challenges
6. Conduct and disseminate world-class research via publications and conference presentations
7. Represent and actively work on increasing the user base at MLZ
Your Profile:
8. Master`s degree and subsequent PhD degree in Physics, Quantum Phenomena or a related discipline
9. Experience in the application of neutron scattering methods for the investigation of the structure and excitations in condensed matter systems
10. Experience and technical interest in neutron instrumentation
11. A proven track record in inelastic neutron scattering research
12. Experience in multiplexing TAS would be appreciated
13. Experience in supervision and teaching at various levels
14. Experience in acquiring third party funding would be appreciated
15. Very good command of written and spoken English (at least B2 level according to the CEFR: ), ideally supported by a certificate confirming the language level. Knowledge of the German language is not mandatory but certainly appreciated
16. Initiative character, creativity, good interpersonal, communication and presentation skills, result orientation and analytical skills
17. Ability to work independently and as a team player in the PANDA group, at JCNS and in the European neutron scattering community
18. Readiness to work on-call-duty during the user operation periods
Our Offer:
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19. ATTRACTIVE WORK ENVIRONMENT: An exciting workplace on an attractive research campus in an ideal location near the city of Munich
20. EXCELLENT RESEARCH OPPORTUNITY: The position offers an outstanding opportunity to conduct research in condensed matter physics using neutron scattering within a multidisciplinary team at the MLZ
21. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Support for professional growth is provided through participation in national and international conferences as well as through a variety of training programs
22. FLEXIBILITY: Flexible working time models, including options close to full-time ( ), allow you to tailor your working hours to suit your individual needs
23. VACATION: You will receive 30 days of vacation plus additional days off ( between Christmas and New Year`s)
24. FAIR REMUNERATION: Depending on your existing qualifications and the tasks assigned to you, you will be classified in pay grade 14 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 69 and following of the PDF download
25. PERSPECTIVE. The position is limited to 2 years, with the option to extend for another 3 years
Place of employment: Garching (München)
In addition to exciting tasks and a collegial working environment, we offer you much more:
We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, in terms of age, gender, disability, sexual orientation / identity, and social, ethnic and religious origin. A diverse and inclusive working environment with equal opportunities in which everyone can realize their potential is important to us.
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