Job Description

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 Mechanical Engineering and Technical Team, we are looking for two:

Student assistants (f/m/d)
part time 20h/week

As part of our Mechanical Engineering and Technical Team within the Detector group, you will support the Detector Group engineers, technicians and scientists in the following activities:

• preparation and cleaning of parts and components for clean room and/or vacuum compatibility
• quality control of detector components and systems
• organize storage space in the clean room and in the detector labs
• inventorize detector components and spare parts
• support the group in administrative issues

Depending on the individual background and interest:

• support in data taking, detector operation activities, mechanical modeling, or experiment preparation

• Enrolled bachelor's or master's student in Mechanical Engineering or Physics around the Hamburg area
• Interest in work with detectors, electronics and vacuum systems
• Experience with MS Office (Word, Excel)
• Well organized and motivated to join an international team
• English is the working language, hence good English skills are necessary; fluency in German is considered an asset.

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, 24th and 31st of December are free as a courtesy of the employer
• 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
• easy and free access to a mental health platform support your well-being

Our company language is English.

Reference number: X-392

Duration: This appointment is initially limited to 1 year. An extension might be possible and depends on the eligibility of the student.

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