Research Fellow (Postdoc): The Particle Acceleration Group within the Secondary Sources Division of ELI ALPS is seeking a highly motivated Research Fellow (Postdoc) to contribute to the development of laser-driven electron acceleration programs. This role involves commissioning and conducting user operations for the Laser Wakefield Acceleration (LWFA) beamlines, developing relevant diagnostics, and engaging in high-impact scientific research.
Research Fellow (Postdoc) – Particle Acceleration Group
Designation: Research Fellow (Postdoc)
Research Area:
- High-intensity ultrashort laser-plasma interactions
- Laser Wakefield Acceleration (LWFA)
- Electron beam and betatron X-ray diagnostics
- LWFA applications
Location: ELI ALPS, Szeged, Hungary
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD degree (or PhD to be awarded by the date of employment, i.e., 1 July 2025) OR at least 10 years of research experience in:
- High-intensity ultrashort laser-plasma interactions
- LWFA experiments
- Electron beam and betatron X-ray diagnostics
- LWFA-related applications
- Excellent publication record in peer-reviewed journals, commensurate with career stage
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills to engage with an international user community
Desirable Skills/Experience:
- PIC simulations on LWFA
- 3D CAD design
- Analytical/numerical and programming experience (Matlab, LabVIEW, Python)
Job Description: The successful candidate will:
- Conduct research and development of LWFA electron beamlines (eSYLOS and ePW)
- Carry out commissioning ramp-up experiments and user experimental campaigns
- Design and develop instrumentation and diagnostics for electron beamlines
- Analyze experimental data and develop related software
- Prepare peer-reviewed publications and participate in conferences, workshops, and meetings
What We Offer:
- Full-time employment for a fixed term
- Competitive salary
- Cafeteria and private health insurance benefits
- Career development opportunities
- International work environment with diverse expertise
- Support for leisure activities and team-building events
- Family-friendly workplace
How to Apply: Applicants must submit:
- A Europass curriculum vitae or a detailed scientific CV
- Full list of publications highlighting:
- h-index
- Cumulative impact factor
- Number of citations without self-citations
- A motivation letter
- Names and email addresses of two scientific supervisors/professors for reference
- Contact details (postal address, phone, and email)
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Preferred Start Date: 1 July 2025
Interview Process: Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview within several weeks of application submission.
Further Information: For more details on ELI ALPS, visit: http://www.eli-alps.hu For position-related inquiries, contact Dr. Nasr A. M. Hafz at: nasr.hafiz@eli-alps.hu Submit applications via our career portal: https://www.eli-alps.hu/en/Career-1
About ELI ERIC / ELI ALPS / ELI Beamlines: ELI ERIC is the world’s largest high-power laser research facility, operating across two sites: ELI Beamlines in the Czech Republic (near Prague) and ELI ALPS in Hungary (Szeged). ELI ALPS provides ultrafast light pulses and particle beams for pioneering research, while ELI Beamlines operates advanced femtosecond laser systems to drive unique X-ray and particle sources.
