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Center	Job title	Duties	Qualification	Type of contract	Closing date	Link to the formal announcement
ILL The Institut Laue-Langevin, Grenoble, France	Research Scientist (crystallography)	Working within the Diffraction Group at ILL you will be involved in day-to-day running of a single crystal diffractometer. The range of science covered in the Diffraction Group is very broad going from structural aspects of hard condensed matter physics (structural phase transitions, magnetism, high pressure, etc.) to chemical crystallography (small and medium molecules, hydrogen bonding, etc). We are looking in particular for a second instrument responsible for the D9 single crystal diffractometer. In addition to carrying out a personal research programme, you will also participate in the development and operation of the instrument and assist ILL’s visiting scientists with their experiments on diffraction instruments at ILL.	Ph.D. in physics or chemistry. We are particularly interested in highly motivated candidates with experience in crystallography (single crystal). Computer programming skills, knowledge of magnetism and/or high pressure experience are highly desirable.	60 months	14/07/2008	Ref: 08/19
ILL The Institut Laue-Langevin, Grenoble, France	Research Scientist (cristallography)	We are looking in particular for a second instrument responsible for the D20 diffractometer. In addition to carrying out a personal research programme, you will also participate in the development and operation of the instrument and assist ILL’s visiting scientists with their experiments on diffraction instruments at ILL.	Ph.D. in physics or chemistry. We are particularly interested in highly motivated candidates with experience in crystallography and powder diffraction. A good knowledge and practise of experimental neutron scattering techniques and their corresponding sample environments, as well as computer programming skills, are highly desirable.	60 months	14/07/2008	Ref 08/18
PSI Paul Scherrer Institut in Switzerland and The Department of Physics at ETH Zurich	Professor in Experimental Condensed Matter Physics at ETH Zurich and Head of Laboratory for Neutron Scattering at PSI	The Department of Physics and the Paul Scherrer Institute offer a stimulating environment in experimental, theoretical, and computational condensed matter physics and provide access to first class experimental facilities (Swiss Spallation Neutron Source, Swiss Light Source, and Swiss Muon Source)	The new professor will hold the position of Head of the Laboratory for Neutron Scattering at the Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI) in Villigen, in a joint appointment be-tween ETH Zurich and PSI. Teaching at ETH Zurich involves contributions to the physics curri-culum at the Bachelor level and advanced courses on condensed matter physics in the Master’s program	--	September 30, 2008	Ref.
PSI Paul Scherrer Institut in Switzerland PSI Laboratory for Muon Spin Spectroscopy, LMU.	Postdoc Position (Experimental Physicist) in the Bulk-µSR Facilities Group (head: Alex Amato)	develop new, cutting-edge experimental techniques such as µSR at very high pressure and upgrade existing µSR facility instruments give scientific support to the users of the PSI bulk µSR facilities conduct your own µSR research and collaborate in research projects with external and/or internal µSR users	You are a recently graduated PhD scientist with experience in the field of condensed matter research. Preferably, you are familiar with spin-resonance methods, instrumentation and data acquisition techniques, cryogeny and instrument control.	---	---	Ref. 3501
PSI Paul Scherrer Institut in Switzerland	First Beam Line Scientist for POLDI (the Pulse Overlap time-of-flight Diffractometer)	You will actively perform materials science research and support further developments for in-situ mechanical testing at the beamline. You will build up a competitive in-house research program at POLDI, being a competent partner for internal and external users.	You hold a PhD in materials science, and have several years of experience in using neutrons and eventually X-rays. You are a flexible team worker who is able to work on different mid-term projects...	---	---	Ref.6315
Risø DTU Materials Research Department	Two Scientists/Senior scientists	Two Scientists or Senior Scientists to strengthen neutron scattering activities in basic and applied materials research. Risø DTU has a long tradition in structural physics and materials science using neutron and synchrotron X-ray scattering techniques. We have currently obtained a contract with the Paul Scherrer Institute in Switzerland giving priority access to the RITA-II spectrometer that has been developed at Risø DTU but is now stationed at the SINQ neutron source. The chosen candidates are expected to use neutron scattering but also synchrotron X-ray diffraction as primary experimental techniques, which require significant travel activities to international large scale research facilities. They will have as colleagues scientists and technicians working on materials properties that are relevant for the energy sector, such as: superconductivity, magnetism, hydrogen storage and thermoelectrics.	education as a physicist, materials scientists or chemist * Ph.D. degree, or similar qualifications, followed by post doctoral and research experience * demonstrated experience in neutron and/or synchrotron x-ray scattering techniques	--	30.06.2008 at 12:00 (noon)	Ref
BENSC Berlin Neutron Scattering Centre at the Hahn-Meitner-Institut Berlin, Germany. Department of Magnetism	Four postdoctoral positions (Physicist, Chemist, Crystallographer)	The successful candidate will take part in the research program of the department which includes major activities in quantum and frustrated magnetism and will undertake responsibilities at our thermaltriple-axis spectrometer E1 (http://www.hmi.de/bensc/).	A broad knowledge in condensed matter physics or chemistry is highly desired as well as experience in scattering methods. A background in neutron or x-ray scattering and strong scientific interest in magnetism will be preferred.	3 years	15 April 2008	Reference no. SF 2008/3/5/7/6
Past Vacancies
Uppsala University Department of Physics & Materials Science	Associate professor/Senior Lecturer in Neutron Scattering	The position includes teaching at graduate and undergraduate level, research, and administration. Interaction with the surrounding community. Teaching duties include course responsibility, course administration and supervising of Ph.D. students. The holder of the position shall be able to teach at all levels and in most of the courses given by the Department.	To be eligible for a position as associate professor, the applicant must hold a Ph.D and have completed suitable pedagogic training for teaching at university level or have corresponding qualifications and pedagogic skills. This post is closely linked to the newly established Scattering Centre	--	5 May 2008	Ref. UFV-PA 2008/433
ILL The Institut Laue-Langevin, Grenoble, France	PROJECT MANAGER (m/f) for a European Integrating Infrastructure Activity	You will assume management responsibility for all aspects of a large European infrastructure project. This is an ideal position for candidates who wish to develop their profile in European science management.	Ideally you have a postgraduate university degree in economics, science, or law. A proven record of successful project-management in a scientific environment is essential for this position. This includes state-of-the-art communication and presentation skills in English. Knowledge in financial reporting systems is definitely an asset. You have good computer skills and you pay attention to detail. Familiarity with different European cultures would be very helpful.	The position is limited to the duration of the project under the 2008 Capacities work programme of the 7th framework program of the European Commission.	27.04.2008	Ref: 08/09
ILL The Institut Laue-Langevin, Grenoble, France	Resarch Scientist (nuclear and particle physics) - m/f	Working within the Nuclear and particle Physics (NPP) Group, you will be responsible for the instrument PF2 for experiments with ultracold neutrons and will actively take part in developments of future sources for ultracold neutrons. The present programme includes the search for the neutron electric dipole moment, the accurate determination of the neutron lifetime and various experiments in neutron optics and on quantum mechanical phenomena. In addition to carrying out your own research programme, you will be responsible for assisting ILL’s visiting scientists helping them to carry out and further develop their experiments.	Experience and a strong interest in development of instrumentation is a necessary prerequisite of highly motivated candidates with a PhD, preferably in nuclear or particle physics. A firm knowledge in low-energy particle physics and neutron optics would be useful. Applicants bringing in experience from other fields, such as e.g. surface science, are also encouraged to apply.	Fixed-term contract : 60 months	06/05/2008	Ref. 08/10
PSI Paul Scherrer Institut in Switzerland	Head of Laboratory for Muon Spin Spectroscopy at PSI	PSI is seeking a new head of the Laboratory for Muon Spin Spectroscopy (LMU). LMU is responsible for the operation of the Swiss Muon Source as a National and International user facility and has its own science program in Condensed Matter Research.	For this position seek an active and recognized scientist, with documented experience leading projects and excellent communication skills in English and/or German.			Ref. code 3500
ISIS Rutherford Appleton Laboratory - SCFT, UK. & ILL Institut Laue-Langevin - Grenoble, France	Research Associate for Development of Neutron Polarisation (FBU162)	Develop and build the next generation of polarised 3He production station to allow neutron polarisation capability to be installed on current ISIS instruments and new ones being developed for the Second Target Station. We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join this project who will have the opportunity to work at the forefront of instrument develop at these leading neutron facilities. This is a two-year position, initially based within the Neutron Optics Lab at the ILL, where you will follow the project, from the initial designs and simulations, through construction to the commissioning phase. It is anticipated that you would move to ISIS after the initial phase to take part in the scientific commissioning of the machine and implementation of polarised 3He spin-filters on ISIS instruments	You are likely to have an interest in condensed matter physics or materials science and will want to develop your scientific and technical skills in neutron scattering.	Fixed Term - 2 years	14th of March.	Ref FBU162.
ILL, Grenoble, France	Research Scientist (diffuse and inelastic neutron scattering)	Working within the Time-Of-Flight and High-Resolution (TOF/HR) Group, you will be co-responsible for operating and improving a neutron spectrometer. In addition to carrying out your own active research programme, you will be responsible for assisting ILL’s visiting scientists with their experiments and you will also participate in operating and developing the instrument. Duties will also include the promotion of scientific partnerships in your field of research.	Ph.D. in physics or chemistry. We are particularly interested in highly motivated candidates with knowledge of neutron scattering techniques. A strong background in instrumentation, in particular polarization analysis, is necessary.	Fixed-term contract : 60 months	23/03/2008	Ref.08/05
ILL, Grenoble, France	PhD Position	You will carry out research using neutron spectroscopy and complementary techniques on protein model systems in concentrated solutions, particularly addressing effects of charge and denaturation, in a joint project with the University of Tuebingen (Germany), chair of Prof.Dr.F.Schreiber. You will enroll in the PhD programme of the University of Tuebingen.	The candidate should hold a Diploma or equivalent in Physics, Physical Chemistry, Biophyscis, or equivalent, and must fulfill the formal requirements to enroll in the PhD programme of the University of Tuebingen. He/she should have a broad knowledge in condensed matter physics. A background in X-ray or neutron scattering methods as well as knowledge of advanced numerical methods for data analysis, and / or a background in biophysics and experience in handling of proteins would be an advantage.	Fixed term	31st March 2008	Ref
PSI Paul Scherrer Institut in Switzerland	First Beam Line Scientist for ICON (Neutron Imaging Device with cold neutrons)	Together with your colleagues you are responsible for the operation, and the continuous improvement of the ICON beam line. You collaborate with users and support them during their experiments. You develop and pursue an independent scientific research program in the field of neutron imaging using cold neutrons, based on state of the art digital imaging systems.	You hold a PhD in natural sciences and have experience in neutron physics, material research or image processing. Working experience at a neutron source or with other image processing methods is favorable. Experience with instrumentation would be of great advantage. Excellent communication skills in English and/or German and team oriented personality complete your profile.			Ref.3403
PSI Paul Scherrer Institut in Switzerland	First Instrument Responsible with an education in Materials Science	You are responsible for the research, user support, and instrumental development of the Pulse Overlap time-of-flight Diffractometer (POLDI) and you will actively perform materials science research and support further developments for in-situ mechanical testing at the beamline. You will build up a competitive in-house research program at POLDI, being a competent partner for internal and external users.	You hold a PhD in materials science, and have several years of experience in using neutrons and eventually X-rays. You are a flexible team worker who is able to work on different mid-term projects. ...	---	---	3402-01
GKSS (Geesthacht/Hamburg)	Scientist (Postdoc)	In the field of residual stress analysis. You will take part in performing experiments at the GKSS high energy materials science beamlines HARWI and HEMS at DESY in Hamburg as well as at the neutron strain scanner ARES-2 at GeNF in Geesthacht.	Ph.D. or equivalent in materials science and engineering, physics, chemistry or a related field. Ideally, you already have knowledge in the mechanics of materials and experience with diffraction methods for residual stress analysis.	3 years		Code-No. W 13 (PDF, 0.147 MB)
GKSS (Geesthacht/Hamburg)	Scientist (Postdoc) -	You will support the radiography and tomography activities in our rapidly growing tomography group. You will perform experiments at the state of the art tomography instruments at the GKSS beamlines HARWI and the new Imaging Beamline at DESY in Hamburg as well as at the neutron radiography/tomography instrument Genra-3 at GeNF in Geesthacht. In this position you will take part in operating and further developing these methods and you will support internal and external users during their experiments.	Ph.D. or equivalent in materials science and engineering, physics, chemistry or a related field. You should be familiar withycomplex experiments and control software.	Initial three years		Code-No. W 14 - (PDF, 0.147 MB)
GKSS Research Centre, Geesthacht.	Scientist	who will strengthen and further develop our activities in residual stress analysis with diffraction methods using synchrotron radiation. You will participate in the technical and scientific development of the new state of the art undulator beamline HEMS which will have a main energy of 120 keV, tunable in the range 50 to 300 keV and will be optimized for sub-micrometer focusing offering unique opportunities in the fields of Material Science and Physics.	Ph.D. or equivalent in materials science and engineering, physics, chemistry or a related field. Good skills in instrumentation and experience in high energy X-ray scattering methods at 3rd generation synchrotron radiation sources are essential.	Permanent position		Code-No. W 12 (PDF, 0.147 MB)
US-TN-Oak Ridge	Neutron Diffraction Instrument Scientist	The successful candidate will be a member of a team to develop new world-leading capabilities for crystallography to service many aspects of scientific research using single-crystal neutron diffraction. The TOPAZ single crystal neutron diffractometer is part of the SNS Instruments Next Generation Project (SING) and is scheduled for commissioning early in FY2009.	Ph.D. plus postdoctoral experience in chemical crystallography, physics, material science or a structural chemistry discipline, involving neutron and/or x-ray diffraction, or equivalent combination of training and experience, is required	---	---	Ref 2656
PSI Paul Scherrer Institut in Switzerland	Head of the Laboratory for Methods and Development (LDM)	Active and recognized scientist within the field of condensed matter research using neutrons and/or muons as probes.	LDM has a staff of approximately 30 and is responsible for the development, design and maintenance of instrumentation and sample environment for neutron scattering and muon spectroscopy at PSI. The candidate must have experience leading projects and inspiring mixed groups of scientists, engineers and technical staff, have excellent communication skills in English and/or German and a service minded and team oriented personality.	---	---	Ref. 3600 For further information please contact Kurt Clausen
HMI Hahn-Meitner-Institut	Instrument scientist	The candidate will be the responsible scientist for the innovative time-of-flight instrument station EXED, which will be dedicated to neutron scattering research at unprecedented high magnetic fields.	PhD in experimental Physics, Chemistry or Material Science. A broad knowledge in condensed matter physics, neutron scattering and/or X-ray methods will be required.	Possibility of an unlimited term contract in case of qualification.	11 October 2007	Ref. No. SF2007/23.
HMI Hahn-Meitner-Institut	Postdoc in physics, chemistry or materials science for neutron tomography	• Implementation of research projects utilising neutron tomography • Participation in the user service of the beamline	Ability and readiness to work in and to lead a team. Special knowledge in neutron scattering and tomography. Experience on the field of solid state physics or materials research. Experience with data analysis or measurement techniques.	3 years	28.07.2007	SF2007/16
HMI Hahn-Meitner-Institut	Postdoctoral fellow	• Development of methods and algorithms for the analysis of small-anglescattering data from a variety of systems • Implementation of research projects utilising SANS • Participation in the user service of the SANS beamlines	Ability and readiness to work in and to lead a team. Special knowledge in neutron scattering. Experience on the field of solid state or materials research, soft matter or biological physics. Experience with data analysis or measurement techniques	3 years	28.07.2007	SF2007/15
HMI Hahn-Meitner-Institut	Postdoctoral position	A highly motivated young scientist with a strong interest in strongly correlated oxides. The successful candidate will join the Novel Materials Group. The successful candidate will also be expected to provide support for users of the BENSC facility at our high-resolution powder diffractometer E9 (no more than 20% of time).	The candidate should have a broad knowledge in condensed matter physics or chemistry. A background in neutron or x-ray scattering, magnetism, crystallography or solid-state synthesis methods are also highly desired	3 years	1st August 2007	Ref. SF 2007/14
HMI Hahn-Meitner Institute	Senior scientist position: magnetic thin films and nanostructures	Responsible for a team of staff scientists, postdocs, and students working on basic research problems in low dimensional magnetic materials with particular emphasis on the utilisation of soft xray synchrotron techniques and their combined use with neutron and laboratory techniques.	Extensive experience in studies of magnetic thin films and nanostructures.	Permanent position with a two-year probation period.	30 April 2007	Ref. 2007/5
FRM II - TU München	Ph.D. position	Structure and kinetics of stimuli-responsive polymeric hydrogels Fluorescence correlation spectroscopy, dynamic light scattering and small-angle X-ray and neutron scattering.	Background in physics and good knowledge of chemistry	---	---	FRM vacancies

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