Laser Scientist RILIS (Tenure Track)

The Paul Scherrer Institute PSI is the largest research institute for natural and engineering sciences within Switzerland. We perform cutting-edge research in the fields of future technologies, energy and climate, health innovation and fundamentals of nature. By performing fundamental and applied research, we work on sustainable solutions for major challenges facing society, science and economy. PSI is committed to the training of future generations. Therefore, about one quarter of our staff are post-docs, post-graduates or apprentices. Altogether, PSI employs 2300 people.
 

For the Radionuclide Development Group we are looking for a Laser Scientist RILIS (Tenure Track).

Your tasks

• Design and development of online mass separation for IMPACT/TATTOOS
• Design and set up laser resonance ionization for TATTOOS and the proposed PROMAS offline mass separator facility and participate in preparing Technical Design Reports
• Scientifically develop the optimum operation schemes of laser-induced resonance ionization for both facilities
• Acquisition of research funding
• Writing of scientific publications and reports
• Attending and presenting at international conferences
• A vital part of your duties will be networking and fostering collaboration to partner ISOL institutions, such as CERN-ISOLDE, INFN, SCK∙CEN and TRIUMF

Your profile

• PhD degree in atomic physics or another related field
• Experience in mass separation and laser-resonance ionization, as well as using the relevant simulation software
• Ability to work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary group
• Excellent written and oral English, knowledge of German is an advantage