About your role:
* FEM-based design and simulation of nanomechanical resonators using COMSOL and MEEP
* Development and operation of laser-interferometric setups under ultra-high vacuum (UHV) and cryogenic conditions for the characterization of nanomechanical resonators
* Contribution to the development of the NEST prototype, an optomechanical platform for high-frequency gravitational wave and vector dark matter detection
* Coordination of work packages and contribution to grant applications
* Contribution to scientific publications and presentation of results at collaboration meetings and conferences
Good reasons to join:
Look forward to a unique working environment on our international research campus. Respectful cooperation and the well-being of our DESY employees are particularly important to us. Gender equality is an important aspect for us. To support work life balance we offer flexible working hours, variable part-time, job-sharing models and participation in mobile work (up to %). You will benefit from our family-friendly and collegial atmosphere, our established health management and occupational pension provision. As a public funded employer, we offer you a secure workplace and facilitate your individual career with our comprehensive training and development opportunities. Remuneration is according to the regulations of the TV-AVH. DESY offers its employees a financial supplement for a German job ticket (Deutschland-Ticket) at both locations.
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About you:
* Completed academic education including a doctorate (PhD) in physics or a related field, or equivalent skills and experience
* In-depth practical experience in the construction, commissioning, and operation of complex experimental setups
* Programming experience (e.g., Python, MATLAB)
* Practical experience with laser optics, vacuum technology, cryogenics, and FEM simulations is highly desirable
* Proactive working style with high level of commitment in solving complex tasks
* Strong teamwork skills in an interdisciplinary environment
* Good knowledge of English
* Knowledge of German is of advantage
We look forward to receiving your application via our application portal:
DESY promotes equal opportunities and diversity. The professional development of women is very important to us and therefore we strongly encourage women to apply for the vacant position. Applications from severely disabled persons will be given preference if they are equally qualified .
You can find further information here:
Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron DESY
Personalabteilung
Notkestraße
Hamburg
Phone: + 8-2
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