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Research Associate for the Project “Cluster of Excellence ‚CUI: Advanced Imaging of Matter‘

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Research Associate for the Project “Cluster of Excellence ‚CUI: Advanced Imaging of Matter‘ - Ultrafast and atomic-scale functional control of matter.” § 28 Subsection 3 HmbHGInstitutionCluster of Excellence „CUI: Advanced Imaging of Matter“ (photon and nanosciences)Salary levelStart date01.02.2026, fixed for a period of three years (This is a fixed-term contract in accordance with Section 2 of the academic fixed-term labor contract act [Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz, WissZeitVG]).Application deadline17.12.2025Scope of workpart-timeWeekly hours75 % of standard work hours per weekYour responsibilitiesDuties include academic services in the project named above. Research associates may also pursue independent research and further academic qualifications. 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 profileA 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 offerReliable remuneration based on wage agreementsContinuing education opportunitiesUniversity pensionsAttractive locationFlexible working hoursWork-life balance opportunitiesHealth management, EGYM WellpassEducational leave30 days of vacation per annumUniversität 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.