Highly qualified scientist specialized in XPS spectroscopy

Job Description

Job Description
The Physics Section of the University of Geneva offers a lively and lively environment, where students, teachers and researchers meet daily and work in close collaboration.

The excellence of its research is widely competitive in Switzerland, in Europe but also throughout the world and makes it possible to offer a very international environment and atmosphere, open, conducive to exchange and sources of innovative ideas.

The Department of Quantum Matter Physics researches for its Advanced Technology Laboratory (LTA)

a highly qualified scientist

specialized in XPS spectroscopy to join the Chemical Analysis and Imaging Platform team.

The candidate will be responsible for acquiring and executing industrial mandates. He or she will be responsible for all aspects of the execution of XPS service mandates. This includes establishing contacts with industry partners, developing measurement protocols, collecting and analyzing data and preparing reports. Active participation in seminars, roundtables, meetings, fairs and other events related to innovative collaborations between academia and industry is an important component of the role. In addition, the candidate will contribute to the management of the LTA and encourage the activities of the chemical analysis and imaging platform. The candidate will also carry out XPS experiments for university research. This involves supporting research groups in the design of experiments, providing technical and scientific assistance to ensure optimal use of equipment, and carrying out data acquisition and analysis to facilitate publication of the Search results.

Title and skills required
Applicants must have a PhD in physics, chemistry, surface science or materials science or equivalent qualification, with in-depth knowledge of XPS and hands-on experience using the Physical Electronics VersaProbe. We expect a solid foundation in the acquisition and analysis of XPS data in the context of materials physics and surface engineering, in order to carry out projects in diverse fields such as physical chemistry, physics solid state and medical sciences. A problem-solving mindset is essential, as the candidate will be responsible for providing services to both industry and academic research groups. We additionally require three or more years of relevant work experience in academia and/or industry and a laboratory environment, including installation, operation and troubleshooting of equipment, solid organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks, the ability to adapt to changing priorities to meet business needs and meet deadlines, exceptional interpersonal skills with a proven track record of working effectively with diverse teams, internal and external customers and partners.

Input function
01/01/2024 or to agree / or as agreed

Contact
Additional information can be obtained from Jérémie Teyssier.

Further information
One-year auxiliary contract with public funds, renewable.

Job description
The Laboratory of Advanced Technology at the University of Geneva in Switzerland is seeking a

highly qualified scientist specialized in XPS spectroscopy

to join their team at the Chemical Analysis and Imaging Platform.

Key responsibilities of the position include the acquisition and execution of industrial mandates. The candidate will be responsible for all aspects of delivering XPS service mandates. This includes establishing contact with industrial partners, developing measurement protocols, collecting, and analyzing data, and preparing reports. Active participation in seminars, roundtable discussions, meetings, fairs, and other events related to innovative university-industry collaborations is a significant component of the role. Furthermore, the candidate will contribute to the management of the LTA and promote the activities of the Chemical Analysis and Imaging Platform. The ideal candidate should possess a high degree of autonomy and the ability to synthesize information from various fields and techniques. The candidate will also be conducting XPS experiments for academic research. This involves supporting research groups in designing experiments, providing technical and scientific assistance to ensure the optimal use of the equipment, and performing data acquisition and analysis to facilitate the publication of research findings.

Candidates should hold a Ph.D. in physics, chemistry, surface science or materials science or equivalent qualtification with a deep knowledge of XPS and with practical experience using the Physical Electronics VersaProbe. We expect strong foundations in XPS data acquisition and analysis in the context of materials physics and surface engineering, to run projects from diverse fields such as physical chemistry, solid state physics and medical sciences. A problem-solving mindset is essential, as the candidate will be responsible for providing services both to industry and to academic research groups. We ask for 3+ years of relevant work experience in academia and/or industry and experience in laboratory environment, including equipment setup, operation, and troubleshooting, strong organizational skills and the capability to manage multiple tasks, adaptability to shifting priorities to meet business needs and deadlines and exceptional interpersonal skills with a proven track record of effective collaboration with diverse teams, customers, and internal and external partners.