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 Soft-Matter Group in the Laboratory for Neutron Scattering and Imaging, Center for Neutron and Muon Sciences, we are looking for a

Soft-Matter Scientist for SANS, Tenure Track

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Your tasks

  • User support on a small-angle neutron scattering instrument at SINQ
  • Operation and development of neutron scattering instrumentation
  • Ambitious own research program in soft matter and scientific collaboration with external user groups
  • Management of a sample preparation laboratory
  • Acquisition of external funding for science and instrumentation projects

Your profile

  • PhD degree in chemistry or physical chemistry or equivalent
  • Strong track record in the field of soft matter science
  • Expert for large-scale facilities experiments such as SANS/SAXS, or imaging techniques, and instrumentation
  • Experience with soft-matter characterization techniques (e.g., light scattering, rheology) is a plus
  • Experience with analysis of scattering and imaging data and related software development 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 3 years.

For further information, please contact PD Dr Urs Gasser, phone +41 56 310 32 29.

Please submit your application online by 31 January 2025 (including list of publications and addresses of referees) for the position as a Soft-Matter Scientist for SANS, Tenure Track (index no. 3303-00).

Paul Scherrer Institute, Human Resources Management, Sevil Minniti, 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland