Postdoctoral Researcher in Physics

Postdoctoral Researcher in Physics

University of Tübingen

Tübingen, Germany

The research group of Prof. Dr. Dr. h.c. Frank Schreiber at the University of Tübingen is working on the physics of molecular and biological materials using X-ray and neutron scattering for structure and dynamics of these systems. The main research areas are novel photovoltaic materials, proteins in solutions, and complex nano-structured materials.

Qualification and skills

Candidates should have good communication skills and motivation to familiarize themselves with new subject areas. Both working independently and working in a team, e.g. during the measurement campaigns, is particularly demanding. Knowledge of programming languages such as Python is an advantage. Practical lab skills and enjoying experimental work is also a plus. Involvement in teaching (supervising practicals or tutorials) is possible.

Your tasks

• Preparation of and participation in X-ray scattering experiments at world leading large-scale facilities for neutrons (ILL in Grenoble) and X-rays (PETRA III and EuXFEL in Hamburg, ESRF in Grenoble and others);
• Analysis of the experimental data, ideally connecting to our machine learning tools;
• Presentation of scientific results on conferences and in publications.

Requirements

• PhD degree in physics or chemistry, or equivalent;
• Interest in materials science;
• Good written and spoken English;
• Ability to work both independently and in a team;
• Experience with X-ray/neutron techniques is an advantage.

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