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Research Associate for the Project “Cluster of Excellence ‚CUI: Advanced Imaging of Matter‘- Imaging of nanocrystals with high resolution X-ray lenses.” § 28 Subsection 3 HmbHG

Posted: Oct 24, 2025

Job Description

Your responsibilitiesDuties include academic services in the project named above. Research associates may also pursue independent research and further academic qualifications.develop and apply techniques to characterize and improve x-ray lensesdevelop new scanning X-ray microscopy modalitiesoptimise analysis methods for 3D X-ray microscopy of crystalline samplesinvestigate coherent diffraction on nanocrystals using highly convergent X-ray beamsYour profileA university degree in a relevant field. Physics or applied Physics.Good knowledge of optics, metrology, X-ray physics, Fourier optics. Good programming skills in Python. Experience working with synchrotron or x-ray sources is desirable. Any experience with ptychography is advantageous.We offerReliable remuneration based on wage agreementsContinuing education opportunitiesUniversity pensionsAttractive locationFlexible working hoursWork-life balance opportunitiesHealth management, EGYM WellpassEducational leave30 days of vacation per annumUniversität Hamburg—University of Excellence is one of the strongest research educational institutions in Germany. Our work in research, teaching, educational and knowledge exchange activities is fostering the next generation of responsible global citizens ready to tackle the global challenges facing us. Our guiding principle “Innovating and Cooperating for a Sustainable Future in a digital age” drives collaboration with academic and nonacademic partner institutions in the Hamburg Metropolitan Region and around the world. We would like to invite you to be part of our community to work with us in creating sustainable and digital change for a dynamic and pluralist society.The University of Hamburg is committed to equity. Diversity enriches our university life, whether in our studies, research, teaching, education, or workplace. We therefore welcome all applications, regardless of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnic or social background, age, religion or belief, disability, or chronic illness.The University of Hamburg strives to increase the number of women in academia, and encourages qualified female academics to apply.Severely disabled and disabled applicants with the same status will receive preference over equally qualified non-disabled applicants.

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