Paul Scherrer Institut (PSI)
Villigen PSI
Postdoctoral Fellow
- 14 July 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Villigen PSI
About the job
The Paul Scherrer Institute PSI is the largest research institute for natural and engineering sciences within Switzerland. We perform cutting-edge research in the fields of future technologies, energy and climate, health innovation and fundamentals of nature. By performing fundamental and applied research, we work on sustainable solutions for major challenges facing society, science and economy. PSI is committed to the training of future generations. Therefore, about one quarter of our staff are post-docs, post-graduates or apprentices. Altogether, PSI employs 2300 people.
For the Low-Energy Muons Group in the Laboratory for Muon Spin Spectroscopy we are looking for a
Your tasks
- Development of a beta-detected NMR (beta-NMR) spectrometer at ISOLDE / CERN
- Design of a vacuum load-lock system for the beta-NMR spectrometer
- Research in condensed matter physics and materials science using muon spin spectroscopy techniques (muSR) at PSI and beta-NMR at ISOLDE / CERN
- Active participation in the development of the beta-NMR group at ISOLDE / CERN
- Active participation in the MUONIVERSE collaboration
- Presentation of research results in the form of publications and contributions to scientific conferences
Your profile
- PhD degree in Experimental Physics
- Extensive expertise in solid state physics and materials science, vacuum technology, and beta-NMR instrumentation
- Experience in beta-NMR and muSR techniques
- Enthusiastic, motivated and able to operate in a team environment
- Very good oral and written communication skills in English
We offer
Our institution is based on an interdisciplinary, innovative and dynamic collaboration. You will profit from a systematic training on the job, in addition to personal development possibilities and our pronounced vocational training culture. If you wish to optimally combine work and family life or other personal interests, we are able to support you with our modern employment conditions and the on-site infrastructure.
Your employment contract is limited to two years.
For further information, please contact Dr Zaher Salman, phone +41 56 310 54 57. Please submit your application online by 31 July 2026 (including list of publications and addresses of referees) for the position as a Postdoctoral Fellow (Index-Nr. (3502-31) -27746).
Paul Scherrer Institute, Human Resources Management, Mariusz Prus, 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland
