Design and build a novel synchrotron setup to combine x-ray scattering with light microscopy; use the setup to investigate biological systems; collaborate between University of Göttingen and ESRF, including frequent work trips; build and maintain professional networks within physics and biophysics communities
Requirements:
Master’s degree with excellent grades and a PhD in physics, biophysics, physical chemistry or a related field; several years of experience in scientific projects; fluency in English; solid programming skills and creative problem-solving; experience or interest in synchrotron experiments, preferably in scanning nano-SAXS; alternatively, advanced experience with light microscopy
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:"## Postdoc Position (f, m, d)nn---nn| | |n| --- | --- |n| **Stellen-ID:** | 3217 |n| **Einrichtung:** | Institute for X-ray Physics |n| **Kontaktperson:** | Frau Prof. Dr Sarah Ku00f6ster |n| | sarah.koester@uni-goettingen.de |n| | 0551 3929429 |n| **Besetzungsdatum:** | Zum nu00e4chstmu00f6glichen Zeitpunkt |n| **Bewerbungsfrist:** | 15.02.2026 |nn---nnThe Institute for X-ray Physics of the University of Gu00f6ttingen welcomes applications for annPostdoc Position (f, m, d)nnstarting as soon as possible. The salary is based on **TV-L E13** (full position, currently 39.8 hours/week). The position is funded by the German Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space (BMFTR) until 30.09.2028.nnWithin this project, we will design and build a novel synchrotron setup to combine x-ray scattering with light microscopy. The newly built setup will then be used to investigate a variety of relevant biological systems. The project is a collaboration between the University of Gu00f6ttingen (Germany) and the European Synchrotron (ESRF) in Grenoble (France), and involves frequent work trips between the two institutions. The postdoc will therefore be able to build a strong network both within the synchrotron and the biophysics communities, on a European level.nn**We are looking for a candidate, who**nnu2022u00a0u00a0 u00a0Holds a Masteru2019s degree with excellent grades and a PhD in physics, biophysics, physical chemistry or a related fieldnnu2022u00a0u00a0 u00a0Has several years of experience in working on scientific projectsnnu2022u00a0u00a0 u00a0Is fluent in Englishnnu2022u00a0u00a0 u00a0Has solid programming skills and is interested in finding innovative, creative solutionsnnu2022u00a0u00a0 u00a0Is experienced or at least strongly interested in synchrotron experiments, preferably in scanning nano-SAXSnnu2022u00a0u00a0 u00a0Or, alternatively, offers advanced experience with light microscopy.nn**What we offer:**nnu2022u00a0u00a0 u00a0An international, interdisciplinary, flexible and motivating working environmentnnu2022u00a0u00a0 u00a0Mentoring by advanced researchersnnu2022u00a0u00a0 u00a0Advanced career support (professional skills courses)nnThe University of Gu00f6ttingen is an equal opportunities employer and places particular emphasis on fostering career opportunities for women. Qualified women are therefore strongly encouraged to apply as they are underrepresented in the field. The university has committed itself to being a family-friendly institution and supports their employees in balancing work and family life. The mission of the University is to employ a greater number of severely disabled persons. Applications from severely disabled persons with equivalent qualifications will be given preference.nnTo apply for this position, please send your application documents to sarah.koester@uni-goettingen.de as a single PDF file including items in this order: cover letter, CV, list of publications, summary of relevant previous work (maximum one page), certificates and transcripts of previous degrees (B.Sc., M.Sc., PhD), two names of senior researchers, who are willing to provide reference letters.nnPlease submit your application by **February 15, 2026**. Please indicate the job announcement ID. If you have any questions, please contact **Prof. Dr Sarah Ku00f6ster ( sarah.koester@uni-goettingen.de, 49-551-39 29429)**. For more information about the research group, please visit the institute webpage.nn**Please note:**nnWith submission of your application, you accept the processing of your applicant data in terms of data-protection law. Further information on the legal basis and data usage is provided in the [https://uni-goettingen.de/GDPR](https://uni-goettingen.de/GDPR)",
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