6 Oct 2026
About This Opportunity
Universität Hamburg is recruiting a Research Associate to develop computer simulations and theoretical methods for XFEL Coulomb explosion imaging within the Advanced Imaging of Matter cluster.
This Research Associate role supports the XFEL-CEI project within Universität Hamburg’s Cluster of Excellence CUI: Advanced Imaging of Matter. The appointee will perform mixed quantum-classical calculations of XFEL-CEI patterns for complex molecules undergoing structural dynamics, contribute to XFEL-CEI experiment planning, work with experimentalists to extract information from experimental data, identify limitations of current models and develop new methods.
XFEL-CEI Light-matter interactions Molecular dynamics X-ray physics Machine learning Electronic-structure theory
Level Researcher
Time Commitment Flexible
Field XFEL-CEI Computer Simulations
Specialization Physics
Organization Type University
Funding & Compensation
Amount Paid
Funding Type Salary
Funding Status Paid
Requirements
Education
PhD in a relevant field, or defended PhD thesis in a relevant field if the degree has not yet been awarded.
Experience
Experience in the theory of light-matter interactions and expertise in at least one of machine learning, electronic-structure theory, molecular-dynamics techniques or x-ray physics.
Technical Skills XFEL-CEI modelling Mixed quantum-classical calculations Light-matter interaction theory Machine learning Electronic-structure theory Molecular dynamics X-ray physics Experimental data interpretation
General Skills English communication Collaboration with experimentalists Method development Independent research
Languages
- English · Not Specified · required
Applicants should have a PhD in a relevant field or have already defended their PhD thesis in a relevant field.
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