About your role:
* Drive the development of next-generation ultrafast lasers spanning the ultraviolet to mid-infrared spectral regions
* Design and implement advanced pulse diagnostics and integrate the laser systems into the FLASH facility to enable /7 remote-controlled operation and high-performance output in user experiments
* Be responsible for the reliable operation of ultrafast pump-probe laser systems at the FLASH free-electron laser facility
* Be an active member of experimental campaigns, collaborating closely with international user groups and beamline scientists during pump-probe experiments
* Present scientific results at international conferences and publish in peer-reviewed journals
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.
Limited: 3 years
About you:
* Ph.D. degree in physics, electrical engineering or equivalent qualification
* Excellent knowledge of ultrafast laser technology, nonlinear optics and pulse diagnostics
* Proven scientific track record in ultrafast optics
* Strong communication skills in English and ability to thrive in an international, interdisciplinary team
* A collaborative mindset and demonstrated ability to work as a team player in a dynamic research environment
* Experience with laser control systems, programming, and working in large-scale research facilities is a plus
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
Deadline for applications: ..5