ESRF - X-ray Optics Manufacturing Technician (F/M)

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Job title: X-ray Optics Manufacturing Technician (F/M)
Ref.: 26-26-P-ISDD-XRO
Contract type: Permanent contract
Working time: Full-time job
Salary range: 32.1 K€ minimum
Publication start on Front Office : Site internet: 23/07/2026

Context & Job description

As an X-ray Optics Manufacturing Technician, you'll join a small, specialised team in the X-ray Optics Group and contribute to the manufacture of high-precision crystal analysers used in cutting-edge X-ray instrumentation.

Your main responsibilities will include:

Manufacturing crystal analysers and other X-ray optical components
Operating, maintaining and calibrating manufacturing equipment
Measuring the surface topography of optical components
Working in a clean-room environment following established procedures
Handling high-value, fragile optical components with great care
Managing stocks of raw materials and consumables
Documenting manufacturing activities and maintaining technical records
Contributing to process improvements and the development of new manufacturing methods
Supporting other activities within the X-ray Optics Group when required

Expected profile

You have a technician qualification (BSc, HND, BTS, DUT or equivalent) in physics, materials science, chemistry, microelectronics or a related field.

We're looking for someone who:

enjoys practical, hands-on technical work
has excellent manual dexterity and attention to detail
is organised and methodical
works well as part of a team
communicates effectively in English

Experience in one or more of the following would be an advantage:

machining, grinding, dicing or bonding
optical polishing
vacuum systems
clean-room manufacturing

Previous experience is welcome, but we also encourage recent graduates and early-career technicians to apply.

Working conditions

Permanent contract.

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

Looking for your next professional adventure? Apply today!

What makes the ESRF experience unique…

🌍 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 "What we offer" section of our Careers page https://www.esrf.fr/Jobs

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 19 countries, the ESRF is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity.