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Postdoctoral Scientist (f/m/d) for attosecond generation European X-Ray Free-Electron Laser Facility GmbH in Germany

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Postdoc

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Accelerator Physics

Funding

Available

Deadline

Nov 20, 2026

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Germany

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Accelerator Physics
Free-electron Laser
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About this position

European XFEL is offering a postdoctoral scientist position for attosecond generation in its FEL Physics Group in the Hamburg area, Germany. The successful candidate will join the AttoSASE project within the wider Attosecond strategy program and work on improving the delivery, reliability, and generation capabilities of attosecond pulses at SASE3 and SASE2 in the soft and hard X-ray ranges.

The role focuses on R&D in free-electron laser physics and includes simulation studies on shaping radiation properties along the attosecond pulse, increasing peak power and pulse duration performance, and investigating alternative schemes such as super-radiant pulse generation. The appointee will also analyze performance together with acceleration operations, photon diagnostics, and experiments, with attention to pulse duration, operational user-friendliness, and possible improvements.

This is a collaborative position: the postdoctoral scientist will co-lead the R&D work package together with a colleague hired by DESY for the same purpose. The work takes place at European XFEL in Schenefeld, in the Hamburg metropolitan area, within an international and multicultural scientific environment.

Eligibility and requirements: applicants should hold a PhD or equivalent in FEL physics or accelerator physics. Strong knowledge of FEL physics and experience with FEL simulations are required. Previous experience with FEL attosecond pulse generation is an important advantage.

Contract and funding: the position is temporary and initially limited to 3 years, full-time, and comes with a transparent German public-service-style salary (TV-L 13) plus a scientific allowance. The advertisement also mentions a possible annual special payment and additional employee benefits, including pension support, relocation assistance, training opportunities, and flexible working arrangements.

How to apply: applicants must apply online through the provided portal and submit a CV, a motivation letter in English, and any reference letters. The application deadline is 20 November 2026.

For questions, the contact person listed is Gianluca Geloni ([email protected]).

Funding details

Available

What's required

A PhD or equivalent in FEL physics or accelerator physics is required. Applicants should have knowledge of FEL physics and experience with FEL simulations. Prior experience with FEL attosecond pulse generation at FELs is considered an important asset. The role is for a postdoctoral researcher, so a doctoral degree is expected, and the application must be submitted in English with a CV, motivation letter, and reference letters.

How to apply

Apply online via the provided application link. Submit your CV and motivation letter in English, and include any reference letters. Use the European XFEL application portal before the deadline.

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