Postdoc Spectroscopy

Z_CQTA

Scientific / postdoctoral posts

18.03.2025

DESY-Zeuthen

Together with the Centre for Quantum Technology and Applications (CQTA), DESY Zeuthen is taking a leading role in applying quantum technology to challenges in particle and astroparticle physics. We are now searching for a Postdoc in quantum sensing for developing a clock-based experiment for new physics. The successful applicant will conduct spectroscopy on highly charged ions, analyse the data and prepare publications. This post is temporary because the work is needed only to build the experiment.

About your role:

• Performing precision spectroscopy on highly charged ions (HCI)
• In-EBIT spectroscopy of HCI with a focus on ions with high sensitivity to possible time dependence of the fine structure constant
• Measure candidate ions such as californium
• Analyse the data and contribute to publication of the results

About you:

• PhD in experimental physics or equivalent qualification
• Very good command of English is required and knowledge of German is of advantage
• Excellent knowledge of spectroscopy and laser desorption
• Strong physical background on HCI and related topics
• Very good organizational and communication skills, strong motivation and ability to work in teams

Look forward to a unique working environment on our international research campus. Respectful cooperation and the well-being of our DESY employees are particularly important to us. Gender equality is an important aspect for us. To support work-life balance we offer flexible working hours, variable part-time, job-sharing models and participation in mobile work (up to 50%). You will benefit from our family-friendly and collegial atmosphere, our established health management and occupational pension provision. As a public funded employer, we offer you a secure workplace and facilitate your individual career with our comprehensive training and development opportunities. Remuneration is according to the regulations of the TV-AVH. DESY offers its employees a financial supplement for a German job ticket (Deutschland-Ticket) at both locations.

We look forward to receiving your application via our application portal:

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DESY promotes the professional development of women and therefore strongly encourages women to apply for the position to be filled. In addition, severely handicapped persons with equal aptitude are given preferential consideration. The advertised positions are basically suitable for part-time employment.

You can find further information here: www.desy.de/career/

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