Instrument Scientist TOFTOF (m/f/d)
Core
Scientific oversight and technical realization of the TOFTOF neutron time-of-flight chopper spectrometer upgrade, focusing on neutron transport, chopper systems, and secondary spectrometer design.
Role type
Senior IC instrument scientist (neutron spectroscopy)
Builds
Upgraded neutron spectrometer components and validated performance for materials science, soft matter, biological, and magnetic system research
Domain
Nuclear physics / Neutron spectroscopy / Materials science
Required skills
Neutron spectroscopy, experimental instrumentation, project management, scientific programming (Python, C++, MATLAB), ray tracing simulation (McStas), independent research
Preferred skills
Polarized neutrons experience, German language skills
Technologies
McStas, Python, C++, MATLAB
Responsibilities
Lead scientific development of neutron transport and chopper systems, execute technical upgrade work packages, perform experimental tests of critical components, develop neutron spectroscopy methods, operate instrument and support users, pursue independent scientific projects
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC