[Neutron] Postdoctoral Fellowship/Junior Scientist - fundamental physics

[Charlotta Olsson]

Postdoctoral Fellowship/Junior Scientist - fundamental physics

The Science Directorate at the European Spallation Source (ESS) in Lund, Sweden, invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellowship/Junior Scientist in fundamental physics.

Description of directorate/division
The Neutron Science Division supports and coordinates the neutron research by (i) Academic activities such as outreach, education, in-house science activities, research collaboration; (ii) Collaborative research with various partners and local academic networks; (iii) Industry liaison and infrastructure. The ESS PhD programme and various meeting series such as Science Symposia, IKON, ESS S&S are co-organized by the division.

As far as building the ESS is concerned the Neutron Science Division is responsible for the scientific infrastructure by specifying the required user support laboratories, the sample handling and the user access. In this it help setting the policies on designing, building and operating a neutron science driven experimental facility.

Description of main responsibilities
An enthusiastic and strongly motivated postdoctoral scientist with a background in fundamental physics is sought to plan for and conduct experiments using cold and ultra-cold neutrons to investigate questions in the field of fundamental physics. The successful candidate is expected to:

  *   perform his/her neutron experiments in collaboration with colleagues at the ESS or other partners and to strengthen this research area identified as one of the science drivers for ESS.
  *   participate in the scientific definition and development of instrumentation for fundamental physics using cold neutron and/or UCN sources.

The successful candidate will be part of the ESS science directorate but stationed at ILL, Grenoble, France. In this the successful candidate represents ESS neutron science into fundamental physics towards the neutron science community.

Qualifications
Candidates are expected to have a PhD or similar in experimental physics (fundamental physics). Experimental experience with techniques involving neutron scattering are desired. The evaluation will be based on scientific qualification. Experience of working in an international environment is essential. Excellent oral and written English skills are a prerequisite; knowledge of other European languages would be an advantage.

You as a person:
We truly believe that to enjoy and perform at ESS, you consider these following competences as a significant part of your character:

  *   Self-motivated and independent - you must have the ability and drive to operate your work independently
  *   Adaptability – you have the ability and motivation to work in different technical areas, and to adapt to different social circumstances
  *   Relating and interacting – you have demonstrated ability to establish good relationship inside and outside the organisation
  *   Creativity - you produce innovative ideas, approaches and insights with a broad conceptual perspective
  *   Analytical thinking - you probe for further information or greater understanding of a problem, and make rational judgements from the analysis

What ESS can offer

  *   Opportunity to work in an international and vibrant environment.
  *   A unique opportunity to be involved from an early stage, in the development of a world-leading center for materials research.
  *   Possibility for personal development.
  *   Relocation assistance, including family support and Swedish language course, is offered.

Duration & Location
The position is a two-year employment. The successful candidate will be stationed at ILL, Grenoble, France.

Start date
The position is to be filled as soon as possible.

Application & Contact
Please provide your curriculum vitae and covering letter in English by entering this link, http://europeanspallationsource.se/vacancies and following the instructions. It is a requirement of our application process that the names and contact details (e-mail address and phone number) of three references be provided. Please note we only accept applications via the ESS website.

The deadline for applications is February 24, 2013, but the recruitment process is ongoing and the deadline may be shortened. Therefore we recommend that applications be submitted as soon as possible.

For further information regarding the position, please contact Arno Hiess, arno.hiess[at]esss.se. For further information regarding the recruitment process, please contact HR Officer, Charlotta Olsson, charlotta.olsson[at]esss.se.

We look forward to receiving your application.

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The European Spallation Source ESS AB will design, build and operate a multi-disciplinary, large-scale research infrastructure based on the world’s most powerful neutron source. ESS will provide scientists with unique and powerful neutron scattering instruments for the study of a large range of materials – from polymers and pharmaceuticals to membranes and molecules. The ESS project is partnered by 17 European countries, and hosted by Sweden and Denmark. The ESS will be built in Lund, Sweden, by a collaboration of European scientists and engineers. ESS is planned to produce the first neutrons by 2019. When the facility is in full operation 2025, ESS has around 450 employees.

ESS aim to ensure that staff are employed on the basis of ability and the requirements of the job, and that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment because of race, religion, ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation or disability.

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Kind regards/Med vänlig hälsning
Charlotta
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Charlotta Olsson
HR Officer

European Spallation Source ESS AB
P.O Box 176, SE-221 00 Lund, Sweden
Visiting address: Tunavägen 24, 223 63 Lund

Mobile: +46 721 79 20 25
Phone: +46 46 888 30 25
E-mail: charlotta.olsson at esss.se<mailto:charlotta.olsson at esss.se>

www.esss.se<http://www.esss.se/>


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