Join our team European XFEL is an international non-profit company located in the Hamburg area in Germany. It operates a 3.4 km-long X-ray laser, which produces X-rays of unique quality for studies in physics, chemistry, the life sciences, materials research and other disciplines. The diverse scientific facilities at European XFEL enable scientists from across the globe to carry out a wide range of experimental techniques. For our MID group we are looking for a Postdoc for X-ray Correlation Techniques (f/m/d) Contribute to developing X-ray Photon Correlation Spectroscopy (XPCS) and X-ray cross-correlation analysis (XCCA) at the MID instrument Development of experimental setups and sample environments, e. g. to study supercooled liquids and crystallization by XCCA and XPCS Participation in the in-house research program and shift work duties for user experiments Data analysis and scientific communication PhD degree in physics, physical chemistry or equivalent Knowledge of X-ray scattering and diffraction Previous experience with XCCA, XPCS, synchrotron radiation and FEL experiments are assets Become part of a vibrant international and multicultural team of scientists, engineers, technical and administrative staff. Be involved in cutting edge scientific and technical progress and participate in our international networks. Experience our atmosphere of tolerance and respect. Salary and benefits are similar to those of public service organizations in Germany, this includes for example: family-friendly working environment (e. g. additional childcare days) flexible working times and option for work from home depending on tasks 30 days of vacation, 24 th and 31 st of December are free as a courtesy of the employer extensive relocation benefits generous company pension scheme (6,45 % of monthly salary) monthly social events and subsidized company restaurant partially financed job-tickets for public transportation extensive training opportunities incl. subsidized English and German language classes Among our international staff, our company language is English. Reference number: S-492 Duration: This appointment is limited to 3 years and may, subject to a later decision, be prolonged.