Several Scientist positions: MPI for Gravitational Physics 842 views

The Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics (Albert Einstein Institute) is inviting application for several scientist positions (f/m/d).

Research topics:

• Development of prototypes for the LISA optical metrology.
• Development and experimental verification of compact optical interferometers to read out test mass position and orientation in gravitational experiments.

Requirements:

• Candidates must be with a PhD degree or equivalent in Experimental Physics or related fields (Computer Science, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Digital Signal Processing) for projects at the forefront of experimental gravitational physics and instrumentation.
• Applicant must be highly motivated to work in an international research team and have experience with an excellent track record in several of the following research areas: Laser interferometry; Optical experiments; Optical simulations; Analogue & digital electronics; digital signal processing (FPGA); Numerical Mathematics; Precision Mechanics; Fibre Optics.
• Fluency in English and a collaborative team attitude are essential.
• Knowledge of German is not required, although we encourage and support learning German.

Duration: Initial appointment will be for 2 years

Applications:

• Interested candidates may send their applications and submit the following documents to verwaltung@aei.mpg.de (use the subject line “Scientist Hannover”).
• Cover letter stating your research interests and future aspirations (max. 2 pages).
• Curriculum vitae including publication list.
• Send these documents as one single PDF (max. file size 2MB). Additionally, please arrange for two recommendation letters to be sent to the same email address and provide contact details of a third senior scientist who could provide a recommendation letter for you upon request.