ESRF - Instrumentation Technician

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Job title: Instrumentation Technician
Ref.: 24-30-P-ISDD-XRO
Contract type: Permanent contract
Salary range: 28.8 K€ minimum
Publication start on Front Office : Site internet: 18/04/2024

Context & Job description

As part of a small specialised team, your principal mission will be to assist in the manufacturing activities of the Crystal Analyser Laboratory. As a skilled technician with a background in experimental physics, materials science or microelectronics processing, your missions will be the following:

Manufacture crystal analysers and associated X-ray optics
Participate in the maintenance and calibration of processing tools
Document and archive information
Measure the surface topography of optical components
Manage stocks of raw materials and consumables
Work the majority of the time in a clean room environment and to assist with the coordination of the clean room operation
Propose improvements of exisitng techniques and participate in the development of new methods
Assist in other X-ray Optics Group activities when required

Your duties will require you to work routinely in a clean-room environment whilst adhering to corresponding work practices. The post includes manipulation of fragile optical components.

Expected profile

Technician degree (BSc, Licence, HND, HNC, BTS, DUT, Bachelor, Meister, Vordiplom, Perito, Laurea Triennale, Diplomatura, Ingenieria Técnica or equivalent) in physics, chemistry, materials sciences, microelectronics processing or a related subject
Any previous experience in machining and processing, polishing and/or the use of vacuum systems will be considered a strong asset. However, we encourage beginners to apply
Practical knowledge of the machining (grinding, dicing, bonding) and optical polishing of brittle materials such as silicon as well as the use of vacuum systems are desirable
Manual skills and meticulous attention to detail are essential in this work environment
Ability to handle high value, fragile optical components
Management of stocks of raw materials and consumables
Familiarity with working in a clean-room environment
Basic knowledge of standard computing tools such as Microsoft Office
An interest in improving existing manufacturing methods and exploring new processes for crystal analyser production
Ability to quickly understand technical requirements
Initiative, Communication, team spirit, methodical, organised
You should be an effective team worker practiced in trouble-shooting and capable of managing your time to conduct several tasks in parallel
Proficiency in English (spoken and written) is required (working language at the ESRF)

Working conditions

Permanent position.

Your duties will require you to work routinely in a clean-room environment whilst adhering to corresponding work practices. The post includes manipulation of fragile optical components.

The salary will be calculated on the basis of relevant qualifications and professional experience.

Do you recognize yourself in this description? Apply now for your next professional adventure!

What we offer:

Join an innovative international research institute, with a workforce from 38 different countries
Collaborate with global experts to advance science and address societal challenges
Come and live in a vibrant city, in the heart of the Alps, and Europe's Green Capital 2022
Enjoy a workplace designed to support your quality of life
Benefit from our competitive compensation and allowances package, including financial support for your relocation to Grenoble

For further information on employment terms and conditions, please refer to https://www.esrf.fr/home/Jobs/what-we-offer.html

The ESRF is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from disabled persons.

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Company description

The European Synchrotron, the ESRF, is an international research centre based in Grenoble, France.

Through its innovative engineering, pioneering scientific vision and a strong commitment from its 700 staff members, the ESRF is recognised as one of the top research facilities worldwide. Its particle accelerator produces intense X-ray beams that are used by thousands of scientists each year for experiments in diverse fields such as biology, medicine, environmental sciences, cultural heritage, materials science, and physics.

Supported by 21 countries, the ESRF is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity.