Thin-Film Coating Specialist

European Synchrotron Radiation Facility, France

Updated: 15 days ago
Location: Grenoble, RHONE ALPES
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 15 Jun 2024

14 May 2024
Job Information
Organisation/Company

European Synchrotron Radiation Facility
Research Field

Physics » Other
Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)
Established Researcher (R3)
Country

France
Application Deadline

15 Jun 2024 - 23:59 (Africa/Abidjan)
Type of Contract

Permanent
Job Status

Full-time
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

H2020 / Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

Yes

Offer Description

The European Synchrotron, the ESRF, is an international research centre based in Grenoble, France.

Through its innovative engineering, pioneering scientific vision and a strong commitment from its 700 staff members, the ESRF is recognised as one of the top research facilities worldwide. Its particle accelerator produces intense X-ray beams that are used by thousands of scientists each year for experiments in diverse fields such as biology, medicine, environmental sciences, cultural heritage, materials science, and physics.

Supported by 21 countries, the ESRF is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity.

As part of a small team specialised in the development of thin-film technolgies for X-ray optical applications, your principal mission will be to assist in the activities of the Multilayer Laboratory. You will report to the manager of the Multilayer Laboratory.

As a skilled engineer with a background in experimental physics, materials science or microelectronics processing, your missions will be the following:

  • Design, develop, deposit and characterise high quality multilayer based X-ray optics with applications for ESRF beamlines
  • Contribute to the characterisation, calibration and improvement of processing methods
  • Develop and optimize methods for thin-film deposition for X-ray applications
  • Act in an advisory role for thin-film deposition applications for scientists and engineers when required 

Requirements
Research Field
Physics » Other
Education Level
Master Degree or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications
  • Engineering degree in Physics, Materials Sciences, Optics or a related field. A PhD would be an asset.
  • 3 years minimum of experience in one or more of the following areas: thin film deposition, X-ray optics, optical engineering, surface metrology
  • Previous practical experience in thin-film deposition and a sound understanding of the related instrumentation is required
  • Meticulous attention to detail is essential
  • Ability to handle high value, fragile optical components
  • Familiarity with the simulation and characterisation of thin-films for X-ray applications
  • Programming skills (particularly with Python) would be an advantage
  • An interest in improving existing technologies and exploring new processes for multilayer deposition
  • Ability to quickly understand technical requirements
  • Initiative, Communication, team spirit, methodical, organised
  • Project management skills
  • You should be an effective team worker practiced in trouble-shooting and capable of managing your time to conduct several tasks in parallel
  • Ability to publish results at international conferences and in scientific journals
  • Proficiency in English (spoken and written) is required (working language at the ESRF)

Research Field
Physics » Other

Additional Information
Benefits

Permanent contract.

The salary will be calculated on the basis of relevant qualifications and professional experience.

Do you recognize yourself in this description? Apply now for your next professional adventure!

What we offer:

  • Join an innovative international research institute, with a workforce from 38 different countries
  • Collaborate with global experts to advance science and address societal challenges
  • Come and live in a vibrant city, in the heart of the Alps, and Europe's Green Capital 2022
  • Enjoy a workplace designed to support your quality of life
  • Benefit from our competitive compensation and allowancespackage, including financial support for your relocation to Grenoble

    • For further information on employment terms and conditions, please refer to https://www.esrf.fr/home/Jobs/what-we-offer.html

    The ESRF is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from disabled persons.


    Work Location(s)
    Number of offers available
    1
    Company/Institute
    ESRF
    Country
    France
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    Where to apply
    Website

    https://jobstats.robopost.com/count/clic.php?v=1574152&j=636&external_ats_id=17…

    Contact
    City

    Grenoble
    Website

    http://www.esrf.eu/
    Street

    71, avenue des Martyrs
    Postal Code

    38000

    STATUS: EXPIRED

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