Your tasks
* Support beamline scientists in the operation and optimization of their undulator-based light sources at both SLS and SwissFEL, including advanced modes such as Echo-Enabled Harmonic Generation (EEHG).
* Contribute to the design of short-period, advanced variable-polarization undulators for the upcoming SwissFEL and SLS beamline upgrades.
* Perform simulation studies of both the magnetic systems and photon output of current and future insertion devices.
* Perform magnetic measurements of insertion devices and take responsibility for the associated electronics and calibration.
Your profile
* PhD in Physics or Electrical Engineering.
* Substantial experience working at a user-oriented light source facility.
* Experience with advanced electromagnetic simulations involving technical superconductors (e.g., magnetization currents) is an advantage.
* Strong organizational and project management skills.
* Excellent communication skills in English; German is a plus.
We offer
Our 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 three years.
For further information, please contact Marco Calvi, phone
Please submit your application online by, including list of publications and addresses of referees for the position as Scientist (Tenure Track)
Paul Scherrer Institute, Human Resources Management, Luca Simen, 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland