Stellenticket Technische Universität Dresden

• The position involves supporting the upgrade and qualification of the high-power laser system PEnELOPE at HZDR within a project aiming for laser-driven neutron generation. The successful candidate will contribute to the design, integration, and commissioning of new laser components, in particular high-repetition-rate diode pump modules and associated amplifier upgrades.
• Responsibilities include planning and executing experimental campaigns for laser characterization, optimizing system performance (e.g., pulse energy, duration, beam quality, and stability), and ensuring reliable operation under increased repetition rates.
• The role also covers coordination with internal engineering teams and external partners, as well as documentation of system performance and contribution to technical reports and scientific publications.
• You will work at the interface of laser development and application, supporting experiments related to laser-driven particle and neutron generation. The position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge high-power laser technology in a collaborative, international research environment.

• Completed PhD in the field of Physics or comparable natural or engineering sciences with the focus on ultrafast or high-power laser physics
• Experience with laser system integration, alignment, and diagnostics
• Knowledge of amplifier systems (e.g., CPA, diode-pumped lasers)
• Hands-on experience in experimental work, data analysis and optics simulations
• You enjoy autonomous scientific work as well as project activities and have excellent communication skills for the work in larger international teams
• You have a very good command of English and are able to present results convincingly, both orally and in writing

• A vibrant research community in an open, diverse and international work environment
• Scientific excellence and extensive professional networking opportunities
• Salary 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 hours
• Numerous company health management offerings
• Employee discounts with well-known providers via the platform Corporate Benefits
• An 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: https://www.hzdr.de/db/Cms?pNid=490&pLang=en&pOid=77719