DIFFER’s ion beam facility (IBF) features a 3.5 MV Singletron and four beamlines that support four world-unique experiments.

1) Our Magnum-PSI is a linear plasma device with the world's highest plasma flux.

2) The Upgraded Pilot-PSI (UPP) is the only device allowing simultaneous ITER-relevant -flux plasma exposure and operando ion beam analysis (IBA).

3) DICE enables simultaneous ion-irradiation and salt-corrosion experiments and

4) IBA-REACTOR allows for dynamic observation of electrolysis processes. The IBF usage is rapidly growing, with operational hours increasing from 500 in 2019 to 3000 in 2025. Our diverse user base spans users from the domain of fusion, electrochemistry, aerospace, optics, fission, and more.

In this frame, we are looking for a Scientific Facility Owner who wants to work at the heart of large-scale experimental science, offering user support and assisting academic and industrial partners with cutting edge scientific projects. This role is ideally suited for a PhD graduate who enjoys hands-on experimentation, working with a diverse user base, and enabling high-impact science, rather than pursuing an independent academic research career. After internal training, you will become a key expert in operating and developing our Ion Beam Facility, gaining broad exposure to advanced materials research and infrastructure operations. A facility expert (Technical Facility Owner) is available to assist with the management of all technical aspects.

Responsibilities and tasks:
Experimental operations and user support

• Act as the primary point of contact for internal and external users of the Ion Beam Facility
• Assist users during ion irradiation experiments and ion beam analysis, including measurements and data interpretation
• Train and onboard users in ion beam techniques and facility operation
• Contribute directly to experimental work, ensuring high-quality and efficient execution of experiments

Facility coordination and operations

• Plan and coordinate experimental campaigns in close collaboration with users and stakeholders
• Ensure safe operation of the facility, including compliance with radiation safety regulations and standard operating procedures
• Coordinate the day-to-day activities of the technical team (in close collaboration with the Technical Facility Owner)
• Contribute to maintaining and improving operational workflows within the facility
• Contribute to budget planning, resource allocation, and procurement processes for the facility

Scientific contribution and collaboration

• Evaluate experimental proposals for scientific excellence and technical feasibility
• Contribute to technical reports, scientific publications, and presentations in collaboration with users
• Support the development of new collaborations with academic and industrial partners, both national and international, to enhance the facility's capabilities and to foster a collaborative research environment