Postdoc

Working with us / Research Staff

**Postdoc for the SYRMEP beamline at Elettra**: Deadline: 21 January 2023

Ref: DA/22/37

**_Background_**

**_Beamline / Project / Activity description_**

Current research activities are exploiting the capabilities presently offered by the SYRMEP beamline; further developments are foreseen thanks to new funded projects, aiming to improve the beamline potential and performance. In particular, in the framework of the Elettra 2.0 project, a new SYRMEP beamline served by a superbend 6T photon source is under development.

**_Job description_**

He/she will also be encouraged to establish new collaborations and open new opportunities of research in geology and, more generally, in that of innovative materials.

**_Qualifications_**

Proven experience in the development and maintenance of instrumentation/sample environments related to synchrotron-based X-ray imaging and familiarity with X-rays Computed Tomography is required.

Basic knowledge of image processing techniques and data analysis and visualization software (ImageJ, VGStudio, Avizo, etc.) will be considered as a valuable asset.

Good time management skills and ability to prioritize are expected, together with the ability to interact with project partners and to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Good oral and written communication skills in English are essential.
- The appointment envisioned is a fixed term contract with an initial duration of 12 months._
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- Applications should include a full curriculum vitae, the names and contact information (including electronic mail) of up to three individuals who have agreed to provide references._
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- Due to the situation related to the COVID-19 virus, the interviews may be performed through video conferencing._
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- In accordance with the provisions of article 21 of the Italian legislative decree no. 39/2013 and in conjunction with article 53 (subsection16ter) of Italian legislative decree no. 165/2001, employees or former employees of any Italian Public Entity who have exercised authority over Elettra Sincrotrone Trieste S.C.p.A. or have negotiated with Elettra - Sincrotrone Trieste S.C.p.A. within the last three years will be excluded from the present selection procedure._
- We thank all applicants in advance._