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Postdoc in Ferroelectric Fast-Reactive Tuner Development for RF Cavities Helmholtz Association of German Research Centres in Germany

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Mechanical Engineering

Funding

Available

Deadline

Oct 30, 2026

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Germany

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Keywords

Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Materials Science
Monte Carlo Simulation
Gear Design
Physics

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Postdoctoral opportunity at the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centres for a project on the development of a Ferroelectric Fast-Reactive Tuner (FE-FRT) for RF cavities. The work is based in the Science and Technology of Accelerating Systems group and focuses on physics, electrical engineering, RF systems, and accelerator technology.

The successful candidate will work on the simulation, design, and construction of fast ferroelectric tuners for 800-MHz superconducting RF cavities to compensate microphonics, study integration into the PERLE ERL Demonstrator and FCC-ee accelerators, and perform bench testing and demonstration at the HZB HoBiCaT test facility.

Eligibility highlights: a doctoral degree in physics, electrical engineering, or a related field; at least 2 years of FE-FRT cavity tuner experience; at least 2 years of superconducting RF experience; at least 5 years of RF systems and testing experience; extensive RF simulation skills; mechanical design experience is desirable; strong English communication skills (C1); willingness to travel and coordinate international collaborations; project management skills.

Application materials: motivation letter in English, CV, and contact details for two references. Deadline: 30 October 2026.

Contact: Mr. Axel Neumann, [email protected].

Funding details

Available

What's required

Doctoral degree in physics, electrical engineering or a related discipline. At least 2 years of experience with FE-FRT cavity tuners, at least 2 years of superconducting RF-related experience, and at least 5 years of experience with RF systems and their tests are essential. Extensive experience with RF simulation techniques is required; experience in mechanical design is desirable. Applicants should be willing to participate in and coordinate international collaborations, travel, and have very strong English communication skills at C1 level plus project management skills.

How to apply

Prepare a motivation letter in English, a CV with education, professional and research experience, publications, and contact details for two references. Apply via the website link provided in the posting before the deadline.

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