PhD Student in Detector Development
The Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI) is the largest research institute for natural and engineering sciences within Switzerland. We perform cutting-edge research in the fields of future technologies, energy and climate, health innovation, and fundamentals of nature. By performing fundamental and applied research, we work on sustainable solutions for major challenges facing society, science, and economy. PSI is committed to the training of future generations. Therefore, about one quarter of our staff are post-docs, post-graduates, or apprentices. Altogether, PSI employs 2300 people.
For the Detector Group of the Center for Photon Science, we are looking for a PhD Student.
Your Tasks
Embedded in a cross-disciplinary English-speaking team, you will help develop a charge-integrating hybrid pixel detector for soft X-ray applications. Your responsibilities include:
1. Testing detector prototypes with fine-pitch Low-Gain Avalanche Diode (LGAD) sensors.
2. Interpreting data and employing interpolation techniques and machine learning to improve the position resolution of the devices.
3. Performing independent measurements in our X-ray lab at PSI.
4. Participating in collaborative experiments at international synchrotron and Free Electron Laser facilities such as SwissFEL, Swiss Light Source, European XFEL, and Diamond Light Source.
5. Publishing research findings in scientific journals and presenting work at international workshops and conferences.
The host university for the PhD program is the University of Fribourg under the academic supervision of Prof. Dr. Luc Patthey.
Your Profile
* You have a master’s degree in physics or a closely related field.
* Previous experience in semiconductor detector development or X-ray science is appreciated.
* You have programming or data analysis experience, ideally in C++ or Python, or are motivated to learn.
* You are open-minded, communicative, have a strong collaborative mindset and team spirit, and enjoy working in a multidisciplinary, international environment with people from different backgrounds.
* You have excellent communication and writing skills in English.
We Offer
Our institution is based on interdisciplinary, innovative, and dynamic collaboration. You will benefit from systematic training on the job, personal development possibilities, and our pronounced vocational training culture. If you wish to optimally combine work and family life or other personal interests, we can support you with our modern employment conditions and on-site infrastructure.
For further information, please contact Dr. Viktoria Hinger, phone +41 56 310 39 01.
Please submit your application online by 12 December 2024 (including addresses of referees) for the position as a PhD Student in detector development (index no. 6221-04).
Paul Scherrer Institute, Human Resources Management, Robin Schmid, 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland
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