pThe 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. /p pFor the Insertion Devices Group within the Center for Photon Science we are looking for a Postdoctoral Fellow in High-Temperature Superconducting Undulator Technology. /p h3Postdoctoral Fellow in High-Temperature Superconducting Undulator Technology /h3 ul liTake an active role in developing a variable-polarization undulator based on superconducting REBCO tapes within the SwissFELplus project /li liIndependently carry out selected design and development activities while working closely with scientists, engineers and technical specialists /li liSupport the design and manufacture of the REBCO tape undulator and coordinate its cryogenic testing /li liAnalyze and interpret magnetic measurement data and use the results to improve the undulator design /li liDocument and communicate your work through technical reports, scientific publications and presentations at conferences and project meetings /li liParticipate actively in SwissFELplus meetings and contribute to the successful progress of the project /li /ul h3Your profile /h3 ul liPhD degree in physics, electrical engineering or a closely related field /li liPractical experience with REBCO tapes or superconducting magnets, gained through laboratory work, testing or characterization /li liExperience with magnetic measurements, cryogenic testing or electromagnetic simulations of technical superconductors is an advantage /li liStrong analytical, communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work independently /li liExcellent English skills are required, while German is an advantage /li /ul h3We offer /h3 pOur 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 temporary position. The employment contract will initially be limited to 2 years. For further information, please contact Dr Marco Calvi, phone . b30 November 2026 /b including list of publications and addresses of referees for the position as a Postdoctoral Fellow (Index-Nr. ). Paul Scherrer Institute, People Culture, Serdal Varol, 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland /p #J-18808-Ljbffr
Postdoctoral Fellow in High-Temperature Superconducting Undulator Technology Arbeitgeber: PSI
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