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The Institute of Radiation Physics conducts research for states of matter under extreme conditions and in very small dimensions.
The Department of Laser Particle Acceleration is looking for a PhD Student (f / m / d) Laser-driven ion acceleration with cryogenic jet targets.
In the 1st year it is a 50% position. Increase to 75% in the 2nd year.
Your tasks
- Your work will focus on the development of laser driven ion accelerators together with an international team
- You will mainly be concerned with experiments at the high power laser facility Draco at HZDR to study, control and optimize acceleration processes
- For that you will apply the novel laser target concept of cryogenic sources of hydrogen or other noble gases for high-repetition rate experiments
- Complementary, plasma and particle diagnostics need to be used and developed
Your profile
Completed university studies (Master / Diploma) in the field of Physics or related fieldYou are Interested to work on experiments in a laboratory, perfect would be experience in working with optical setups and high power lasersIdeally, you have background in the fields of accelerator, plasma, or laser physicsYou have an interest in the world of materials at ultra-low temperaturesYou enjoy autonomous scientific work as well as project activitiesYou have excellent communication skills for the work in larger international teamsYou have a very good command of English and are able to present results convincingly, both orally and in writingOur offer
A vibrant research community in an open, diverse and international work environmentScientific excellence and extensive professional networking opportunitiesA structured PhD program with a comprehensive range of continuing education and networking opportunities - more information about the PhD program at the HZDR can be foundSalary and social benefits in accordance with the collective agreement for the public sector (TVöD-Bund) including 30 days of paid holiday leave, company pension scheme (VBL)We support a good work-life balance with the possibility of part-time employment, mobile working and flexible working hoursNumerous company health management offeringsEmployee discounts with well-known providers via the platform Corporate BenefitsAn employer subsidy for the "Deutschland-Ticket Jobticket"We look forward to receiving your application documents (including cover letter, CV, diplomas / transcripts, etc.), which you can submit via our online-application-system.
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