Postdoc in the area of 'X-ray based multimodality development: crystalline and amorphous alloys for space applications'

Materials science and technology are our passion. With our cutting-edge research, Empa's around 1,100 employees make essential contributions to the well-being of society for a future worth living. Empa is a research institution of the ETH Domain.

The Center for X-ray Analytics develops X-ray methodologies for understanding materials structure in materials science. Our core activities is the development X-ray based methods focusing on the evaluation of the structure – property relationship in applications such as biomedicine and space. 

Postdoc in the area of 'X-ray based multimodality development: crystalline and amorphous alloys for space applications'

Your tasks

• R&D in the domain of X-ray analytics, with a focus on X-ray diffraction and scattering, data analysis and modelling for partially crystalline material systems
• Focusing on developing lab-based X-ray multimodalities, mainly X-ray imaging 
• Presentation of scientific results through publications and on conferences 
• Active interactions with scientific collaborators and industrial partners

Your profile

• PhD degree in chemistry, physics or materials science 
• Deep knowledge in X-ray diffraction and scattering methods 
• Additional knowledge in X-ray imaging and microscopy techniques is a big plus 
• Striving for scientific excellence and being an independent researcher 
• Experienced in project management and writing scientific publications 
• Fluent in English, German would be a plus
• Enjoying a multicultural environment

Our offer
We offer this postdoc position at a research institution with excellent infrastructure and broad interdisciplinary surrounding. The position is available for the 1st of July 2024 or upon agreement and will be initially limited to one year with a performance based possibility for contract extension. The working place will be Dübendorf / Zurich.

We live a culture of inclusion and respect. We welcome all people who are interested in innovative, sustainable and meaningful activities - that's what counts.

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