Optical Engineer

The candidate is supposed to work predominantly on the following topics:

• Performing optical simulations of the laser beam propagation in various beamlines.
• Designing delay lines and focusing optics within Research Programs 2 to 5.
• Interfacing the team of physicists with the planning/design teams of engineers/technicians.
• Setting up basic optical setup for testing alignment procedure of diagnostics and target handling systems.
• Be responsible for the design of the experimental installations and development of opto-mechanical components and systems. Test opto-mechanical prototypes produced by manufacturers.
• Participate in installation work for laser beam transport and diagnostic systems in the commissioning phase of the project.

Nr of positions available : 2

Research Fields

Physics - Optics

Career Stage

Early stage researcher or 0-4 yrs (Post graduate) 

Research Profiles

Recognised Researcher (R2) 

Benefits

We offer:

• The opportunity to participate in this unique scientific project.
• Pleasant work environment.
• Initial contract till the end of 2015; renewable till the end of 2017. 
• Competitive and motivating salary.
• Five weeks of holiday and other employee benefits.

Comment/web site for additional job details

www.eli-beams.eu/jobs/


Requirements

Required Languages
LanguageENGLISH
Language LevelGood
Required Education Level
Degree FieldPhysics
Additional Requirements
Requirements: 

• Master degree (or equivalent education) in Optical Engineering or in Physics.
• Proven experience in optical engineering, in particular designing, specifying and commissioning of optical systems.
• Engineering college; university degree not required but welcome.
• Experience with laser installations, e.g. alignment issues.
• Computing and programming skills; knowledge in ray-tracing software (e.g. Zemax).
• Fluent in English in speaking and writing; knowledge of another language, in particular Czech, is a plus although not mandatory.
• Ability to work in a team as well as independently.
• Willingness to travel according to the requirements of the position.
Required Education Level
DegreeMaster Degree or equivalent
Additional Requirements
Applications, containing CV, cover letter, contacts of references, and any other material the candidate considers relevant, should be sent to Mrs. Mirka Svobodová, HR Project Manager (mirka.svobodova@eli-beams.eu, +420-733690901). Please include the following text in your cover letter, to allow us to process your personal details:

I agree that, according to the decree 101/2000 coll.(Czech Republic), my personal details sent to FZU AV CR, v.v.i. , Na Slovance 2, 18221 Praha 8, Czech Republic can be used for the purpose of obtaining employment and management of database of employment candidates. This permission is given for theperiod of one year and can be at any time withdrawn by giving a notice in writing.

Application Deadline

11/12/2014

Application e-mail

Mirka.Svobodova<στο>eli-beams.eu

Envisaged Job Starting Date

01/12/2014