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 matter and materials, energy and environment and human health. 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 Laboratory for Neutron Scattering and Imaging we are looking for a

Postdoctoral Fellow

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Your tasks

The Laboratory for Neutron Scattering and Imaging (LNS) maintains a highly successful research collaboration with Danish partner universities through the Instrument Centre for Danish Users of Synchrotron and Neutron Sources (DanScatt). You will perform an independent and ambitious research program that leverages our advanced instrument suite. Additionally, you will support Danish researchers during their experiments at SINQ and strengthen the collaboration between LNS and DanScatt.

Your profile

We seek a talented and ambitious person who is highly motivated to work on hard or soft condensed matter physics or applied materials utilizing neutron techniques in a well-established research team within an international collaboration. The successful candidate holds a PhD in experimental physics or chemistry. Experience in neutron scattering techniques or neutron imaging is mandatory. You have good communication skills and enjoy working in a team-oriented interdisciplinary environment.

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. 

Your employment contract is limited to 2 years. 

For further information, please contact Dr Christof Niedermayer, by e-mail to christof.niedermayer@psi.ch, or phone +41 56 310 2086. 

Please submit your application online by 31 March 2025 (including list of publications and addresses of referees) for the position as a Postdoctoral Fellow (index no. 3300-00). 

Paul Scherrer Institute, Human Resources Management, Robin Schmid, 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland