Postdoctoral Fellow / Postdoctoral Fellowess

Paul Scherrer Institut (PSI) - April 27, 2026

Your Tasks

  • Measurements of muonic X-rays from low-Z elements within the QUARTET collaboration.
  • Operation and further development of a metallic magnetic calorimeter (MMC) onsite at PSI.
  • Studies for the use of the MMC across various fields, including elemental analysis and radiochemistry.

Your Profile

  • Completed PhD degree in physics or a closely related field.
  • Experience with particle physics experiments at large facilities is a plus.
  • Good communication skills in English.

We Offer

Our institution is grounded in an interdisciplinary, innovative, and dynamic collaboration. You will benefit from systematic on-the-job training, along with opportunities for personal development and our strong vocational training culture. We are committed to supporting you in balancing work and family life or pursuing other personal interests, facilitated by our modern employment conditions and comprehensive on-site infrastructure.

The initial employment contract will be for a period of 2 years, with the option to extend.

Application Process

Only applications matching the job profile will be considered. Apply online using the form below.

For further information, please contact Dr. Andreas Knecht at a.knecht@psi.ch.

Paul Scherrer Institute, Human Resources Management, Mariusz Prus, 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland

Location : Villigen PSI
Country : Switzerland

Application Form

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