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 an

Laser Scientist RILIS (Tenure Track)

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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

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 Dr. Nick van der Meulen, phone +41 56 310 50 87.

Please submit your application online by 09.04.2025 (including list of publications and addresses of referees) or the position as a Laser Scientist (Index-Nr. 2215-02).


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