Group Leader for Instrumentation Infrastructure | Gruppenleiter (m/w/d) Infrastruktur Instrumentierung

TUM- Forschungsneutronenquelle Heinz Maier-Leibnitz (FRM II)

Garching bei München, Bayern, Deutschland
Published Mar 24, 2026
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

As the Group Leader for Instrumentation Infrastructure at the Heinz Maier-Leibnitz Research Neutron Source (FRM II), you will spearhead the design, construction, and implementation of scientific instrument components at one of the world's most advanced neutron research facilities. Your daily responsibilities include managing a specialized team, overseeing budgetary requirements, and acting as the primary liaison between scientific instrument groups and reactor operations. You will lead cross-instrument infrastructure projects and coordinate complex engineering developments involving both internal and external manufacturing partners. This position is ideal for a PhD-level physicist who excels at translating complex scientific requirements into technical reality. The role offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of neutron research within the Technical University of Munich (TUM) ecosystem, featuring flexible working hours, comprehensive public service benefits (TV-L), and a highly collaborative research environment in Garching.

Required Skills

Education

Master's or Diploma in Experimental Physics followed by a completed Doctorate (PhD).

Experience

  • Professional experience in experimental physics and neutron scattering instrumentation
  • Proven experience in personnel management and leadership
  • Demonstrated experience in managing cross-functional infrastructure and development projects
  • Experience in coordinating with internal and external manufacturing partners
  • Experience in engineering and documentation of instrumentation projects

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • The position is a full-time (40h/week) fixed-term contract for 3 years. Remuneration is based on the TV-L public service scale. Applicants must be able to work on-site in Garching.