X-ray Optics engineer (F/M)

Job title:

X-ray Optics engineer (F/M)

Company:

European Synchrotron Radiation Facility

Job description

Context & Job descriptionYou will join a team of around 12 engineers and technicians in the X-ray Optics Group, in charge of the design, manufacture, quality control, commissioning and development of X-ray optical components for the ESRF’s experimental stations (beamlines).As an X-ray optics specialist, your missions will be the following:

• Characterisation of the quality of the X-ray beam after optical elements such as focusing optics or monochromators, via at-wavelength wavefront measurements or other means.
• Analysis of aberrations and wavefront perturbations introduced to the beam by X-ray optical elements
• Involvement in the beamline and optical system design process including the simulation of beamline and optics performance by wavefront propagation or ray-tracing methods
• Propose wavefront tailoring optics to adapt or improve the X-ray beam quality and specify their design parameters
• Organize the fabrication of wavefront tailoring optics, follow up procurement and their implementation on beamlines (optomechanics, alignment)
• Improve in-house focusing optics fabrication technologies and participate in the development of new types of X-ray optics.

Alongside these missions, you will participate in the general operational and development tasks of the X-ray optics group.
You will publish, document and disseminate the results of your activities.Expected profile

• Master’s degree in Physics or Optical Engineering, with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in X-ray science or X-ray optics.
• A PhD in a related field is an asset.
• In-depth knowledge of focusing x-ray optics is essential.
• Strong skills in X-ray optical simulations using both ray tracing codes and wavefront simulation tools.
• Solid background in the measurement and quantification of wavefront errors.
• Proficient in Python programming.
• Hands-on experience with the operation of X-ray beamlines and the measurement of optical performance.
• Ability to quickly understand scientific requirements.
• Comfortable working closely with multi-disciplinary teams and facility users in an international research environment.
• Good interpersonal skills and a strong aptitude for teamwork.
• Proficiency in English (working language at the ESRF).

Working conditionsPermanent 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 allowances package, including financial support for your relocation to Grenoble

For further information on employment terms and conditions, please refer toThe ESRF is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from disabled persons.Company descriptionThe 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 19 countries, the ESRF is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity.

Expected salary

Location

Grenoble, Isère

Job date

Fri, 16 May 2025 07:32:44 GMT

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