Open Positions

1

Time Span

01 Feb 2026 for 3 years

Application Deadline

17 Dec 2025

Financing

yes

Areas of study

Nanosciences, Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science

Description

We are opening a new Research Associate position in the attosecond science team at the Center for Free-Electron Laser Science (CFEL) in Hamburg. In the CFEL-ATTO group, we develop advanced attosecond technology to track and control electron dynamics in matter. Our approach enables real-time observation of electronic processes and manipulation of properties at the atomic scale. The Research Associate will conduct experiments combining tunable few-femtosecond UV-vis and attosecond soft X-ray pulses with liquid jet technology, as well as measurements at large-scale facilities to control matter’s functionality with laser light.

Your responsibilities 

Duties include academic services in the project named above. Research associates may also pursue independent research and further academic qualications.

Your profile 

A university degree in a relevant field. 

The successful applicant has: 

• a master’s degree in physics, chemistry, or materials science 
• experience with lasers and/or spectroscopy approaches 
• experimental skills and interest in instrumentation development 
• excellent knowledge of English 
• the ability to work as part of a team 
• commitment, motivation, and willingness to learn are valued more than prior specialization in all areas

We offer 

• Reliable remuneration based on wage agreements 
• Continuing education opportunities 
• University pensions 
• Attractive location 
• Flexible working hours 
• Work-life balance opportunities 
• Health management, EGYM Wellpass 
• Educational leave 
• 30 days of vacation per annum 

Universität Hamburg—University of Excellence is one of the strongest research educational institutions in Germany. Our work in research, teaching, educational and knowledge exchange activities is fostering the next generation of responsible global citizens ready to tackle the global challenges facing us. Our guiding principle “Innovating and Cooperating for a Sustainable Future in a digital age” drives collaboration with academic and nonacademic partner institutions in the Hamburg Metropolitan Region and around the world. We would like to invite you to be part of our community to work with us in creating sustainable and digital change for a dynamic and pluralist society. The University of Hamburg is committed to equity. Diversity enriches our university life, whether in our studies, research, teaching, education, or workplace. We therefore welcome all applications, regardless of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnic or social background, age, religion or belief, disability, or chronic illness. Severely disabled and disabled applicants with the same status will receive preference over equally qualified non-disabled applicants.

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