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The Extreme Light Infrastructure ERIC (ELI ERIC) is the world’s largest and most advanced high-power laser research infrastructure. As an international user facility dedicated to multi-disciplinary science, ELI provides access to world-class high-power, high-repetition-rate laser systems and enables cutting-edge research, as well as breakthrough technological innovations. The ELI ERIC operates as a single multi-site organization with two complementary facilities specialized in different fields of research with extreme light: ELI Beamlines in Dolní Břežany (Czech Republic) and ELI ALPS in Szeged (Hungary).

ELI Beamlines Facility operates four cutting-edge high-power femtosecond laser systems reaching unprecedented intensities. The operational laser systems make unique femtosecond sources of X-rays and accelerated particles available to scientific users for pioneering research in physical, chemical, materials, life and medical sciences as well as physics of dense plasmas, warm dense matter, and laboratory astrophysics. The ELI Beamlines Facility employs over 350 researchers, engineers and other professionals from more than 38 countries.

We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated colleague to join our team at ELI Beamlines in the role of:

Group Leader of L1 Allegra

This Group focuses on the L1 Allegra laser system, supporting experiments in particle acceleration and plasma research with customized operational setups, and the development of associated laser technologies.

Job description:

  • Leads, mentors, and coordinates the L1 Allegra group.
  • Ensures reliable operation and continuous enhancement of the laser system.
  • Sets strategic goals aligned with the mission of the ELI Beamlines Facility.
  • Manages resources, project timelines, and technical documentation.

Requirements:

  • Ph.D. (or equivalent experience) in laser physics, optics, photonics, or related discipline.
  • Proven experience in leading scientific or technical teams.
  • Strong background in ultrafast or high-repetition-rate laser systems.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills.
  • Fluency in English.
  • High motivation to work in a dynamic international research infrastructure and contribute to advanced laser-based science.

We offer:

  • Opportunity to work in this unique international scientific institution
  • Competitive and motivating salary
  • Good working environment
  • Professional education
  • Pension contribution / resaver
  • 5 weeks of holidays and 6 days of personal leave
  • Support of leisure time activities

 

Applications, containing CV, cover letter, contacts of references, and any other material the candidate considers relevant, should be sent to Mrs. Jana Ženíšková, HR Senior Specialist (jana.zeniskova@eli-beams.eu, +420 601 560 322) by the 10th August 2025.

Information on the processing of personal data can be found on https://www.eli-beams.eu/informace-o-zpracovani-vasich-osobnich-udaju-gdpr/. We are an equal opportunity employer.

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