Postdoctoral Researcher for Laser Beam Stabilization | Postdoctoral Researcher (f/m/d) for the Development of an Experimental Platform for Laser Beam Stabi

GSI Helmholtzzentrum für Schwe rionenforschung GmbH

Darmstadt, Hessen, Deutschland
Published Jul 21, 2025
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This Postdoctoral Researcher position at the GSI Helmholtz Centre in Darmstadt offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the cutting-edge ALADIN project, focused on developing advanced adaptive control architectures for high-power laser systems crucial for future fusion energy facilities. The successful candidate will be instrumental in designing and building an optical testbed to simulate dynamic laser beamline processes (LAOTSE), integrating diagnostic and actuator technologies, and developing software interfaces for control systems. This role involves rigorous testing and validation of novel control mechanisms, with direct relevance to next-generation Inertial Confinement Fusion (ICF) systems. It's an exciting chance to work at the intersection of fundamental and applied laser physics within an international, innovation-driven research environment, contributing to world-class science and publishing findings in renowned journals.

Required Skills

Education

Doctorate (PhD) in Physics, Engineering, Optics, or a related field

Experience

  • • Experience with building complex optical setups in experimental environments

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Limited to an initial term of 42 months.