Publisher
source

GSI Helmholtzzentrum für Schwerionenforschung GmbH

Just Landed

PhD Position in Laser-Driven Particle Sources and Medical Radioisotope Generation GSI Helmholtzzentrum für Schwerionenforschung in Germany

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Laser Physics

Funding

The position is part-time at 65% and limited to three years. The advert does not specify a salary, stipend, or tuition coverage.

Deadline

Dec 1, 2026

Country flag

Country

Germany

University

GSI Helmholtzzentrum für Schwerionenforschung GmbH

Apply for this position

Keywords

Laser Physics
Plasma Physics
Particle-in-cell Simulation
Physics

Suggested positions

Publisher
source

Forschungszentrum Jülich

Country flag

Germany

Forschungszentrum Jülich GmbH is offering a Master’s thesis at the Ernst Ruska-Centre for Microscopy and Spectroscopy with Electrons (ER-C), specifically the department Physics of Nanoscale Systems (ER-C-1) . The project focuses on nitride-based semiconductor interfaces and investigates potential and polarization changes under laser illumination . You will use advanced electron microscopy and spectroscopy methods, including off-axis electron holography , scanning transmission electron microscopy...

Electrical Engineering
Materials Science
Laser Physics
+3 more

2 weeks ago

Publisher
source

Max Planck Institute for Chemical Physics of Solids

Country flag

Germany

PhD positions are available in the International Max Planck Research School for Chemistry and Physics of Quantum Materials (IMPRS-CPQM), a joint doctoral program involving the Max Planck Institute for Chemical Physics of Solids in Dresden, Technische Universität Dresden, and the University of St Andrews. The program focuses on quantum materials , with research spanning solid-state chemistry , condensed matter physics , and related materials science topics. Both experimental and theoretical proje...

Chemistry
Materials Science
Particle Physics
+5 more

1 month ago

Publisher
source

Max-Born-Institute for Nonlinear Optics and Short Pulse Spectroscopy

Country flag

Germany

PhD opportunity at the Max Born Institute for Nonlinear Optics and Short Pulse Spectroscopy in Berlin for a joint German-French project, FEMTO-switch , funded by DFG and ANR . The project focuses on the ultrafast dynamics of photoswitches , especially how chemical structure controls molecular energies and excited-state dynamics at conical intersections. The advertised work is experimental and centers on time-resolved photoelectron spectroscopy (TRPES) in the liquid phase using femtosecond UV/VIS...

Chemistry
Materials Science
Quantum Chemistry
+6 more

4 weeks ago

Publisher
source

Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron DESY

Country flag

Germany

Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron DESY in Hamburg, Germany is advertising a postdoctoral position in Physics focused on laser science, optics, beam shaping, automation, and accelerator-related instrumentation . The project is part of SP007 - Enabling science for 24-30 keV and aims to support science at the European XFEL by improving accelerator performance and enabling new experiments. The successful candidate will work on the design and commissioning of a next-generation laser beam shaping syste...

Computer Science
Electrical Engineering
Optics
+6 more

1 month ago

Publisher
source

European XFEL

Country flag

Germany

European XFEL is offering a funded postdoctoral scientist position in the EXPLODE research group, focused on resonant X-ray spectroscopy for fusion science . The project is part of the BMFTR-funded EXPLODE initiative ( Experimental X-ray Platforms for Optimisation and Diagnosis of inertial fusion Energy ) and centers on developing advanced X-ray scattering and spectroscopy diagnostics for high-temperature, high-density, fusion-relevant plasma experiments on XFELs. The successful candidate will d...

Chemistry
Materials Science
High-energy Physics
+6 more

2 weeks ago

About this position

GSI Helmholtzzentrum für Schwerionenforschung in Darmstadt is offering a PhD position within the EUROPA project, a European initiative developing laser-driven sources for the production of medical radioisotopes. The work is connected with GSI’s accelerator facilities and the FAIR project, providing an international research environment focused on fundamental research and applications in nuclear medicine.

The project investigates Laser-Plasma Acceleration as a versatile source of gamma rays, ions, and neutrons for generating artificial radioisotopes used in cancer research and treatment. The PhD researcher will contribute to optimizing laser-driven particle sources, with particular emphasis on developing a laser-driven alpha source using gaseous, optically shaped targets. A second research direction concerns laser-driven electron acceleration in the self-modulated laser-wakefield acceleration regime.

The research combines computational and experimental activities. The student will perform hydrodynamic simulations of optical shaping processes in gaseous targets and particle-in-cell simulations of laser-driven particle acceleration. The work also includes designing and conducting experiments at the PHELIX high-power laser system, validating simulation models, and participating in experiments at international European laser facilities.

The researcher will collaborate closely with postdoctoral researchers, PhD students, and external academic and industrial partners. Activities include documenting experiments, analyzing results, and communicating findings through scientific journal publications and international conferences. The position offers access to advanced experimental infrastructure at GSI/FAIR and partner laser facilities while engaging with laser physics, plasma physics, particle acceleration, and medical radioisotope research.

Funding details

The position is part-time at 65% and limited to three years. The advert does not specify a salary, stipend, or tuition coverage.

What's required

Applicants should hold a completed university degree at Master's level or equivalent in physics, ideally focused on laser and/or plasma physics. Solid knowledge of laser physics or plasma physics is required. Basic programming skills, such as Python, and an interest in data analysis are expected. Experience with numerical simulation of laser-plasma interactions and hands-on optical setup experience are advantageous. Applicants should be motivated to work on theoretical, numerical, and experimental topics, work independently and in an organized manner, validate their results, and collaborate in an interdisciplinary team. Good written and spoken English is required; German language skills or willingness to acquire them is advantageous.

How to apply

Submit complete application documents, including your earliest possible starting date and reference number 26.155-1700, through the GSI online application portal by December 1, 2026.

ApplyKite TwinLearns as you apply

Make your next move.

Prepare your application

Review drafts and confirm requirements with the university.