Department: Arbeitsgruppe Atmosphärische Chemie
Duties: technische Einrichtung der Messstationen; Erstaufbau und Planung des Innenraums; Installation von Einlassleitungen; Inbetriebnahme von technischem und wissenschaftlichem Equipment; Verlegung von elektrischen Leitungen und Datenanbindung; Entwurf und Umsetzung eines Sicherheitskonzeptes; regelmässige Kontrollfahrten zu den Messstandorten; Routine-Prüfungen der wissenschaftlichen Messgeräte; Regelmässige Wartung des technischen und wissenschaftlichen Equipments
Requirements: Sie haben eine erfolgreich abgeschlossene Ausbildung als Techniker/in, Technische/r Assistent/in oder eine vergleichbare einschlägige Ausbildung. Sie zeichnen sich durch eine engagierte, zuverlässige und selbstständige Arbeitsweise aus. Sie sind flexibel, belastbar und engagieren sich gerne in der atmosphärischen Forschung in einem interdisziplinären Team

Duties: Scale-up of bioprocesses rely heavily on selecting appropriate “fermenterphiles”, i.e. robust production organisms that can show minor or no changes in the key process parameters at different cultivation scales or in appropriate scale-down bioreactor conditions. This Post-Doc project aims to design suitable scale-down simulators from coupled CFD-metabolic dynamic simulations, to ensure a precise representation of the organism lifelines and extracellular conditions expected in an industrial scale stirred tank bioreactor
Requirements: Candidates should have a PhD degree (in Biochemical Engineering/Industrial biotechnology) or equivalent; We are looking for a candidate with a solid background/expertise in: Computational fluid dynamics; Microbial metabolic network and metabolism; Kinetic modelling, Stoichiometric modelling and Bioreactor modelling; Bioreactor and Bioprocess design application in bioprocess development; Scale-up and scale-down strategies of high-cell-density microbial fermentations; Design and execution of fed-batch and continuous cultivation in lab to pilot scale bioreactors

Duration: temporary       
Workload: 100%
Duties: Public competition for the recruitment of 1 fixed term researcher position, duration 3 years, with possibility of 2-year extension, full-time appointment; ING-IND/25 - IMPIANTI CHIMICI
Requirements: Experienced researcher or 4-10 yrs (Post-Doc)

Duration: temporary       
Workload: 100%
Duties: Public competition for the recruitment of 1 fixed term researcher position, duration 3 years, full-time appointment; ICAR/01 - IDRAULICA
Requirements: Experienced researcher or 4-10 yrs (Post-Doc)

Duties: To Develop and elaborate the rheological procedures for characterization of printable concrete; To Tailor the rheological and harden properties of concrete using nano- and micro-reinforcement to meet the concrete extrusion demands and enhance the life-cycle of the materials; To perform micro- and macro-structural analysis to evaluate all relevant components listed in previous points and to confirm the performance at each step; Interpreting comparisons across and within alternative material developments and modeling scenarios to reveal potential environmental and technical burden-shifting hotspots and provide sets of recommendations; Contributing to the development of an overall Technology Roadmap for a transition to sustainable and digital construction systems
Requirements: Candidates must have a PhD degree in the development of infrastructure material and/or demonstrate a strong expertise in specific scientific areas relevant to the project scope and objectives (see above details), including have a strong background in developing digitally driven automated process of building material, fundamental understanding of early and long term reactions of alkali activated cements, rheological and microstructural characterization of cementitious materials

Duration: 3 y
Duties: As an automated fermentation Research Assistant in the lab you will primarily execute adaptive laboratory evolution experiments by running and maintaining the custom fermentation platform. The position will be responsible for daily monitoring and maintenance of the continual fermentation experiments using robotics located on-site at the Center for Biosustainability. The position includes media preparation, routine sampling of cultures, data analysis using on-line monitoring systems, and input into advancement and development of the technology
Requirements: Candidates should have a master’s degree in engineering or equivalent; Candidates must be trained in fermentation and software control systems and have a previous experience working in microbial fermentation labs (with activities involving Class 1 GMOs). The candidate must have experience in: Independently running microbial fermentations in different configurations; Control system interfaces and data analysis/export; Preparing microbiological media, buffers and other solutions; Sterilization of growth media and solutions as well as laboratory glassware

Department: Engineering; Civil Engineering
Duties: The research program aims to develop an innovative technique for surveying the displacement field of debris and granular flows through a network of high-speed cameras. The photos are then equalized, filtered and processed. The research aims to develop an algorithm for the analysis of these image sequences aimed at determining displacements and deformations of the flow over time for the purposes of study, monitoring or warning. Missions abroad may be envisaged for coordination with foreign researchers. The system will initially be tested in the laboratory and then exported to the site. A comparison of the results and optimization of the monitoring technique will follow; ICAR/07 - GEOTECNICA
Requirements: Early stage researcher or 0-4 yrs (Post graduate)

Duration: 1 y
Duties: Development and validation of procedures for the experimental evaluation of measurement uncertainty in scanning of coordinate measuring systems, in the context of the prenormative research activities of the project H2020-EMPIR “Standards for the evaluation of the uncertainty of coordinate measurements in industry”. The planned activities will include measurements on reference freeform parts, error sources analysis, uncertainty assessment and validation by interlaboratory comparison, using a protocol defined by the researcher; ING-IND/16 - TECNOLOGIE E SISTEMI DI LAVORAZIONE
Requirements: Early stage researcher or 0-4 yrs (Post graduate)

Duties: Fatigue initiation and short crack growth tests in air and high-temperature water with thermo-mechanical loading and smooth and notched hollow specimens; Design of experiments and optimization specimen/notch geometries as well as analysis of experiments by FE analysis and cyclic plastic constitutive equations; Development and calibration of DCPD for on-line crack initiation and growth monitoring; Microstructural and fractographic investigations (LOM, SEM); Side task: Small size sample fracture toughness testing of RPV steels in DBT region and their analysis by 3D FE modeling and local approach models; Supervision of master or semester thesis's and internships; Publication of results in scientific journals and at international conferences; Support of other service tasks/projects
Requirements: You hold a PhD degree in Materials Science or Physics and have a solid background in mechanical/physical metallurgy and materials testing and characterization. Additionally, you have experience in Finite Element modelling. Very good communication skills in English are also required. A German working knowledge would be an asset

Workload: 80-100%
Duties: Mitwirken beim Aufbau des Kompetenzfeldes additive Fertigungsprozesse für die Mikrosystemtechnik; Entwicklung von Drucktinten und Druckprozessen mit dem Ziel neuartige Anwendungen zu realisieren; Realisierung innovativer Lösungen in der Aufbau- und Verbindungstechnik (Packaging von Mikrosystemen); Zusammenarbeit mit unseren Kunden aus Industrie und Forschung in angewandten Forschungsprojekten; Verantwortung für Anlagen und deren Prozesse
Requirements: Ingenieurausbildung im Bereich Mikrosystemtechnik, Chemie, Verfahrenstechnik, Materialwissenschaften oder ähnlich auf Stufe FH oder ETH/Uni (Dipl.-Ing, BSc, MSc); Sie können Ihre Erfahrung in Chemie und Fluidik in die Tintenentwicklung (Inkjet Printing, u.a.) einbringen; Sie meistern die interdisziplinären Herausforderungen der Druckprozess-Optimierung; Interesse an der Mikrotechnik und den dazugehörigen Aufbau- und Verbindungstechnologien; Kreative und anwendungsorientierte Persönlichkeit

Duties: As a Designer-Draughtsman in the Design Office, you will be in charge of: The design and integration of mechanical systems and components for particle accelerators and detectors using computer-aided design tool; The preparation of drawings for specifications and manufacturing folders in compliance with relevant drafting standards and current quality assurance plans; The preparation of the project documentation following the design office quality assurance procedures; The follow-up of the manufacturing and assembling of mechanical components
Requirements: Higher technical diploma in the field of mechanics or a related field. Experience: Demonstrated working experience as a designer in a mechanical design office; Demonstrated experience with 3D and 2D technical drawing software

Duties: The TTE programme is aimed at technicians who are looking for a challenging professional experience which furthers their career. You will have the opportunity to work in a diversity of fields at the cutting edge of technology: electronics, electricity, mechanics, IT, vacuum, cooling and ventilation, safety, radioprotection, survey engineering, are but a few of the examples of the many domains in which successful applicants will learn and contribute their knowledge
Requirements: You have a Technical Diploma, and no more than 4 years' relevant experience after finishing your diploma; If you are currently studying, you are still eligible to apply, although you are expected to have obtained your qualification by the start of your appointment at CERN; If you hold a BSc or MSc, you are not eligible. However you may be eligible for the Fellowship Programme

Duties: The Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in genetic epidemiology, statistical genetics or related fields with an interest in diabetes. The research focuses on translational genomic epidemiology of diabetes, including type 2 diabetes and gestational diabetes. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with a large portfolio of genomic data (genome-wide sequencing and genotyping, methylation, metabolomics, RNA-seq, and proteomic data) and translational data (clinical utility of genetic risk disclosure) to develop their own research projects, and to participate in large-scale international and local collaborations. Ongoing projects include whole genome-/exome- sequence association analysis, genome-wide association studies (GWAS), integrative genomic analyses, and translational/clinical utility research studies
Requirements: The ideal candidate has a PhD or equivalent doctorate, a strong background in genetic epidemiology, epidemiology, statistical genetics, bioinformatics, computational biology or a related discipline and has demonstrated scientific productivity. Applicants should have a strong computational background, expertise with statistical genetic/bioinformatic software packages applied to large genomic data sets. Ability to work within a UNIX or LINIX OS and standard statistical software (R and SAS) is required. The applicant must be familiar with approaches to integrate genomic information from a wide-range of data resources. Research experience in analysis of large-scale genomic data and/or the genetics of diabetes or cardiovascular disease is a strong advantage. Skills in translational research are preferable but not required

Duties: Project administration and coordination. Support the Principal Investigator to manage and coordinate the project. Correspondence, administration, project management; Data management. Contribute to database implementation and management related to the project according to FAIR principles; Data analysis. Work with other researchers to investigate mutations in sequencing SARS-CoV-2 genomes
Requirements: Master, and/or PhD degree in computer science, bioinformatics, biology, medicine or another related field; Strong data management skills (Forms and database implementations); Strong programming skills (any language) and experience working with large volumes of data; Excellent organizational and administrative skills, and interest in a scope of tasks involving bioinformatics analyses (50%) and administrative tasks to coordinate the project (50%); A high degree of accuracy, reliability, organization skills, and a commitment to high-quality service provision

Duties: We are seeking a dynamic and engaging scholar to join Canada’s leading research community on renewable energy development in Northern, Indigenous, remote and rural communities as a Centennial Chair in Community Energy Development. Centennial Chairs are created and funded by the University in areas of strategic importance and are intended to recruit and retain outstanding faculty with strong research profiles. The successful candidate will be appointed to a tenured or tenure-track position at a rank commensurate with qualifications (at either the assistant or associate professor rank), and the Chair will be awarded for a five-year term, renewable once
Requirements: A Ph.D. in economics, engineering, environmental studies, economic geography, or another relevant discipline; Ability to lead and contribute directly to research and teaching programs in energy and community development; Excellent interpersonal skills, as demonstrated through collaborative interdisciplinary interactions, or community engagement; Excited to work as part of research team of dynamic scholars working on community energy development in Northern and Indigenous communities

Duties: We seek candidates committed to excellence in teaching and undergraduate research mentorship, with a demonstrated ability to collaborate constructively with faculty with diverse scientific interests, and experience implementing and assessing undergraduate curricular outcomes. The successful candidate will teach a newly developed course, “Interdisciplinary Principles of Scientific Inquiry”, and will develop and lead new research stream(s) in the candidate’s areas of interest. In addition, the candidate will work with other faculty members to develop, manage and oversee additional research streams, train teaching assistants, and manage student placement into individual PI labs at the conclusion of their SRI experience. And, the candidate will create and foster a culturally diverse and inclusive educational environment. Finally, the successful candidate will help identify and evaluate overall program outcomes
Requirements: An ideal candidate will be a broadly trained scientist with a Ph.D. in chemistry, physics, astronomy, biology or mathematics (or a closely related field); have undergraduate teaching experience demonstrating a strong commitment to undergraduate mentorship and development; be an excellent team player and communicator; and have experience conceiving and executing complex projects. This position consists of an eleven-month, career-line faculty appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor (Lecturer) in an appropriate department within the College of Science

Duration: 9 m       
Workload: part-time
Duties: Network and build relationships with scientists on campus; Read and research scientific papers and articles in scientific journals, as well as scientific context and background and proofread various English texts; Conduct interviews with our scientists to gather information about results, projects, awards, etc; Translate research results into clear, concise, accurate texts that are accessible to a general audience; Write general Institute texts for various audiences (from children to politicians) and with different purposes (including advertising and reporting)
Requirements: University degree (Master or PhD) in computer science, mathematics, or physics; Proven experience in science writing, ideally with focus on mathematics or computer science; Strong interest in science and a good understanding of scientific trends; Excellent English and very good German skills (in verbal and written); Ability to understand complex scientific information, theories and practices; Methodical and detail-oriented approach to work; Ability to work efficiently, especially under pressure, and as part of a team

Department: Electronic & Electrical Engineering
Workload: 100%
Duties: The successful candidate will have an opportunity to develop expertise in designing and fabricating advanced nanophotonic structures by leveraging the state-of-the-art in optical/photonic modelling and clean-room nanofabrication available in the photonic innovations lab at UCL
Requirements: Applicants should hold a PhD degree (or be about to submit ) in Nanophotonics, Nanofabrication, Materials Science or a related field. Experience in optical/nanophotonic modelling is essential as is experience in nanoimprint lithography, roll-to-roll continuous embossing process or other nanoscale replication processes of nanostructures in polymers. We are looking for candidates who can present technical information effectively to a range of audiences as well as work in a team and independently. A committment to high quality research in essential and experience in filing patents and IP protection is desirable

Duration: 4 y       
Workload: 100%
Duties: At the Department of Environmental Sciences within the research group Environmental Geosciences, we are looking for candidates who are interested to track soils and/or sediments with Compound Specific Isotope Analysis (CSIA) and/or geochemical tracers. A commitment to analytical work in the lab, especially use of stable isotope mass spectrometry methods (IRMS, GC-IRMS, GC-MS) as well as occasional fieldwork is expected. Evaluation of data will be done with statistical and modelling tools (e.g., MixSIAR). Appointments starting in February 2021 will be for one year with an extension of three additional years
Requirements: Candidates should have a MSc in environmental sciences, geosciences, soil science or in a related field, with strong interest in soil erosion research. They are interested to work in an interdisciplinary research environment and have good communication skills including fluency in English

Department: Astronomy
Duration: 2 y
Duties: CHEOPS is an S-type mission of the European Space Agency for exoplanet characterization using high precision photometry. Launched on December 2019, the satellite passed inflight tests, showing higher capabilities than expected (Benz et al. 2020, ArXiv: 2009.11633) and started to collect scientific data since the end of March 2020. Researchers of the exoplanet group in Padova are members of the CHEOPS Science Team and responsible of two scientific programs within the Guarantee Time Observation (GTO, 80% of CHEOPS observing time) for multiple observations of transits in order to identify Transit Time Variations (TTVs), both to measure the mass and for the discovery of new exoplanets. The postdoc shall work on the CHEOPS light curves of these objects for the derivation of the exoplanet parameters. Competences on high precision photometry from ground and space, as well as on light curve analysis and correction and modeling of the curves are required; FIS/05 - ASTRONOMIA E ASTROFISICA
Requirements: Experienced researcher or 4-10 yrs (Post-Doc)

Duration: 3 y
Duties: The projects involve extensive development and implementation of numerical algorithms for shape and topology optimization. Hence, it is a prerequisite that the candidates document their experience with finite element programming to receive full consideration. Preference will be given to candidates with documented experience in at least one and preferably more of the following areas: computational solid mechanics; finite element methods; numerical optimization methods; shape and/or topology optimization
Requirements: Candidates should have a two-year master's degree (120 ECTS points) or a similar degree with an academic level equivalent to a two-year master's degree within the fields of Mechanical Engineering, Applied Mathematics or Computer Science

Duties: The research of our group focuses on the characterization of porous materials and optimization of their transport properties in electrochemical energy conversion devices. Chemicals and fuels based on non-fossile CO2 are an important path for decarbonizing industry and the energy system. In the present project we collaborate with EPFL in a combined experimental and modeling project for efficient electrochemical reduction of CO2. In your PhD thesis you prepare and characterize materials using different electrochemical methods for CO2 reduction, collaborate on advanced X-Ray imaging and publish results in well regarded journals
Requirements: Our research is carried out between chemistry and engineering. Thus, a profound knowledge of chemistry or knowledge in chemical/mechanical engineering with a MSc degree is required. Furthermore, technical skills and the joy of experimental laboratory work should be part of your abilities. The evaluation of research results is considerably simplified by the ability in programming. A broad interest in energy and/or hydrogen technology is of advantage as is the very good command of the English language

Duties: The successful candidate will join a small team of software developers working with researchers at ENE and collaborating institutions on further developing and continuously improving these tools to support energy- and climate-related research in ENE and in the wider academic community. An interest in the scientific content of the software tools; climate change and energy transition research; will help communication within the multi-disciplinary teams and developing a deeper understanding of the user needs
Requirements: Preferably, the successful candidate will hold a BS or MS (or equivalent, e.g. DIFH) in a field related to energy systems and climate change, and have a strong interest in scientific software development; Candidates with a background in computer science or related fields and experienced software practitioners are welcome to apply as well; They should be familiar with relevant tools and techniques used in ENE (GAMS, Python, RDBMS, Java and RESTful interfaces, vue.js, docker) and/or keen on extending their skill set

Department: Collaborative Research Center
Duties: The aim of the Collaborative Research Center is to develop mathematical data analysis for the natural sciences, i.e., mathematical theory and tools to efficiently extract maximal quantitative information from experimental data. As new measurement techniques and instruments keep being devised and improved for inexpensive and efficient data acquisition, the current bottleneck is how to extract meaningful information from the resulting vast amounts of such measurements. Typical reasons are that modern measurement technologies often provide such information only in an indirect manner and that the observational data are strongly corrupted by noise and often generated in an inherently random way
Requirements: You hold an excellent M.Sc. degree (or equivalent) in mathematics/related field or a natural science in a field represented in this CRC; As a mathematician, you have a strong interest in areas such as inverse problems, mathematical statistics, optimization, differential equations, stochastic processes, scientific computing, machine learning or mathematical data analysis, and you like to work with real data; As a natural scientist, you have a background in biophysics, physical chemistry, biochemistry, structural biology, neuroscience, condensed matter physics, astrophysics, computational physics or biomedical imaging and experience with computational data analysis; You are fully proficient in written and spoken English

Duties: As a Designer-Draughtsman in the Design Office, you will be in charge of: The design and integration of mechanical systems and components for particle accelerators and detectors using computer-aided design tool; The preparation of drawings for specifications and manufacturing folders in compliance with relevant drafting standards and current quality assurance plans; The preparation of the project documentation following the design office quality assurance procedures; The follow-up of the manufacturing and assembling of mechanical components
Requirements: Higher technical diploma in the field of mechanics or a related field. Experience: Demonstrated working experience as a designer in a mechanical design office; Demonstrated experience with 3D and 2D technical drawing software