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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 Optics Development

The Optics Development Group focuses on advancing optical technologies and developing innovative optical systems to support laser development and experimental user setups. The group also plays an active role in expanding scientific collaboration and outreach in the field of optics.

Job description:

  • Design and implementation of beamline optics for the ELI Beamlines facility.
  • Leading a team focused on: Design and development of optical materials and technologies for femtosecond/broadband optical pulses; testing of novel optical materials and components.
  • Operating a large optical coating facility and laser induced damage threshold stations
  • Collaboration in the execution of key project activities, including setting and achieving project milestones, deliverables, and indicators for advanced research using photon and particle beams generated by high-intensity lasers.

Requirements:

  • Ph.D. (or equivalent experience) in optics, photonics, physics, or a related field.
  • Proven experience in designing and implementing advanced optical systems, ideally in laser-driven or high-intensity beamline environments.
  • Strong track record in the development of optical components for ultrafast and/or broadband pulse applications.
  • Experience with testing and characterization of optical materials and systems.
  • Demonstrated leadership and team management experience, with the ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
  • Experience with project planning and coordination, including setting goals, milestones, and tracking indicators in scientific research projects.
  • Excellent communication skills in English (both written and spoken).
  • Strong motivation to work in an international research environment and collaborate with internal and external partners.

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 15th September 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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