ISTA – Electron Microscopy Facility (EMF)
–
Vienna, Austria
The Electron Microscopy Facility (EMF) at ISTA supports a vibrant, international scientific community with state-of-the-art EM infrastructure. The facility is currently expanding its equipment park with cutting-edge double-corrected microscope with extended analytical capability and with strong In-Situ application focus.
We are looking for a highly motivated person with relevant expertise, who will support EMF users from the field of chemistry, physics, and material science within the dynamic and collaborative environment of ISTA.
Contact
Clara Kaiser
recruiting@ista.ac.at
Responsibilities
- Operate and maintain the EM systems with a focus on material science applications, including data collection/analysis, and troubleshooting technical issues
- Train and assist users, provide on-site support, and ensure competed supervision in daily EM operations
- Monitor system performance, including regular system checks and system alignments, to guarantee optimal operation and high-quality results
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and standard operating procedures
- Contribute actively to the further development of EM methodologies and the continuous advancement of the EMF’s capabilities
Qualifications
- Advanced degree (MSc/PhD) in Physics, Chemistry, or Material Science
- Strong practical experience in standard and advanced S/TEM imaging techniques such as
- Differential Phase Contrast, 4D STEM, and Ptychography on a level of data collection, data analysis and interpretation
- Proven hands-on experience in analytical techniques like EDS and EELS on the level of data collection, analysis and interpretation
- Hands-on experience with In-Situ Heating, Biasing, and Liquid Cell Electrochemistry experiments
- Experience with Focus Ion Beam is an advantage
- Strong computational skills, with a specific focus on data collection, analysis and processing
- A reliable and well-organized team player who can also work independently
- Service oriented mindset and motivation to support researches in a multidisciplinary environment
- Excellent communication, presentation, and writing skills in English