Scientist for the Helmholtz International Beamline for Extreme Fields

Work group:FS-HIBEF

Area of research:Scientific / postdoctoral posts

Starting date:09.10.2026

Job description:DESY

The European XFEL a 3.4 km-long X-ray laser facility, produces X-rays of unique quality for studies in physics, chemistry, the life sciences, materials research and other disciplines. DESY is a part of the Helmholtz International Beamline for Extreme Fields (HIBEF) consortium at the HED instrument to perform research in extreme conditions of temperature, pressure, and electromagnetic fields which leverage the peak brilliance, energy range, coherence, and time structure of European XFEL.

About your role:

• Ensure the user operation at the HED-HIBEF instrument at European XFEL
• Further develop the diffraction platforms for static high pressure research, dynamic laser compression with the DIPOLE 100X laser, and pulsed high magnetic fields at the HED-HIBEF instrument at European XFEL
• Have the opportunity to develop your own research activity in one of the above fields
• Actively shape the further scientific development of our user communities

About you:

• You hold a PhD in physics, chemistry, or a related field
• You have an interest in high energy density physics, geo- and planetary science, or quantum materials
• You have strong background in X-ray powder diffraction
• Good skills in data analysis are required
• Knowledge of single crystal diffraction, X-ray imaging and spectroscopy techniques is an additional asset

You have experience in one or several of the following:

• Diamond anvil cell techniques
• Dynamic laser compression experiments with high energy lasers
• Experiments In pulsed high magnetic fields

Look forward to a unique working environment on our international research campus. Respectful cooperation and the well-being of our DESY employees are particularly important to us. Gender equality is an important aspect for us. To support work life balance we offer flexible working hours and variable part-time. You will benefit from our family-friendly and collegial atmosphere, our established health management and occupational pension provision. As a public funded employer, we offer you a secure workplace and facilitate your individual career with our comprehensive training and development opportunities. Remuneration is according to the regulations of the TV-AVH. DESY offers its employees a financial supplement for a German job ticket (Deutschland-Ticket) at both locations.

We look forward to receiving your application via our application portal:Apply now DESY promotes the professional development of women and therefore strongly encourages women to apply for the position to be filled. In addition, severely handicapped persons with equal aptitude are given preferential consideration. The advertised positions are basically suitable for part-time employment.You can find further information here: https://www.desy.de/career/Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron DESYPersonalabteilung | Notkestraße 85 | 22607 HamburgPhone: +49 40 8998-3392This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.