Postdoc in Imaging with Polarized Neutrons
Applications are invited for a 2.5 years Postdoc position at the Department of Physics and the Department of Applied Mathematics and Computer Science at DTU.
The applicant will work on novel approaches for imaging with polarized neutrons and their use within materials physics. DTU is collaborating with the European Spallation Source (ESS) in Lund on developing new data analysis methods for some of the planned instruments. The applicant will be part of a team at DTU that bridges neutron, x-ray and electron scattering techniques. This also involves computational aspects including mathematical models and algorithms for image analysis.
Responsibilities and tasks
The applicant will be responsible for developing algorithms for polarized neutron imaging. The work will include being in charge of first demonstration experiments.
Qualifications
Candidates should have a PhD degree or equivalent. Further qualifications:
•Skills within scientific computing including programming
•Knowledge of neutron science
•Self-motivation in scientific research
•Ability to work independently, to plan and carry out complicated tasks
•Good communication skills in English, both written and spoken
•Experience with experimental modalities related to polarized neutrons is seen as a plus.
We offer
We offer an interesting and challenging job in an international environment focusing on education, research, public-sector consultancy and innovation, which contribute to enhancing the economy and improving social welfare. We strive for academic excellence, collegial respect and freedom tempered by responsibility. The Technical University of Denmark (DTU) is a leading technical university in northern Europe and benchmarks with the best universities in the world.
Salary and terms of employment
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed with the relevant union.
The period of employment is 2.5 years. The workplace will be at DTU Lyngby Campus with frequent travel in connection with experiments at international neutron sources.
Further information
Further information may be obtained from Senior Scientist at DTU Physics, Søren Schmidt, ssch@fysik.dtu.dk and Head of Section at DTU Compute, Anders Bjornholm Dahl, abda@dtu.dk.
Application procedure
Please submit your online application no later than 3 November 2015. Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply online," fill in the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file. The file must include:
•Application (cover letter)
•CV
•Diploma (an official translation into English)
•List of publications
Applications and enclosures received after the deadline will not be considered.
All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.
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