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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:

Head of Department of Radiation Physics and Electron Acceleration Department

This department leads advancements in laser-driven X-ray technologies and electron acceleration, providing specialized instruments and expertise for cutting-edge research and user experiments, also fostering international collaborations.

  • X-ray Sources Group
    Focuses on laser-driven X-ray sources (HHG, PXS, Betatron and Compton sources) and their applications, enabling breakthroughs in imaging, material analysis, and multi-disciplinary studies.
  • Laser Driven FEL Research Group
    Focuses on the LUIS beamline, ensuring its reliable operation and continuous development to support laser-driven undulator radiation experiments and collaborative research projects.
  • Electron Acceleration Group
    Focuses on laser-driven electron acceleration setups (ELBA and ALFA platforms), delivering high-energy electron beams and providing support for experiments in particle acceleration and radiation generation.

Job description:

  • Leadership of the Excellent Research Team (ERT), ensuring strategic direction and high scientific performance.
  • Responsibility for the administrative coordination of ERT activities, including reporting, planning, and compliance with institutional and project requirements.
  •  Oversight and active participation in the research activities of ERT at ELI Beamlines, international research infrastructures, and laboratories of national and international research partners.
  • Coordination and contribution to the preparation and publication of scientific results from ERT.
  • Supervision of the design, development, acquisition, testing, and implementation of scientific instrumentation required for ERT’s research program.
  • Active pursuit of external funding opportunities through the preparation and submission of competitive grant proposals.
  • Coordination and engagement in ERT’s activities related to education, outreach, and science communication.
  • Collaboration on modelling of 100 MeV Laser Wakefield Acceleration (LWFA)

Requirements:

Qualifications and Experience

  • Ph.D. in Physics or a related field, with a strong background in laser–plasma interactions, X-ray generation, or advanced accelerator physics.
  • At least 10 years of postdoctoral or equivalent research experience, with a proven track record in experimental high-intensity laser science or compact accelerator development.
  • Internationally recognized expert with a strong publication record, experience in leading research projects, and active participation in global scientific collaborations.

Leadership and Management Skills

  • Demonstrated experience in managing diverse scientific teams, ideally across multiple research focus areas.
  • Ability to define strategic objectives and align the department’s priorities with institutional and scientific goals.
  • Experience in overseeing large-scale experimental systems and coordinating operational aspects of complex research infrastructure.
  • Strong leadership in fostering collaboration between internal groups (X-ray sources, FEL research, and electron acceleration) and external partners.

Scientific and Technical Competence

  • Deep understanding of laser-driven X-ray and electron beam generation, including HHG, PXS, Betatron, Compton sources, undulator-based light sources, and laser-plasma acceleration platforms.
  • Experience with development, commissioning, and operation of user-oriented beamlines or laser-driven experimental facilities.
  • Ability to guide and support multidisciplinary research and applications in imaging, material science, fundamental physics, and accelerator development.

Communication and Collaboration

  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders, including internal teams, international collaborators, and the user community.
  • Experience in building and maintaining collaborative research networks, including participation in joint development initiatives and funded consortia.
  • Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

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).

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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