Student Assistant (f/m/d) for X-Ray Photon Diagnostics - part time 20h/week - Hamburg

Enlightening Science

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 X-Ray Photon Diagnostics group we are looking for a

Student Assistant (f/m/d) for X-Ray Photon Diagnostics - part time 20h/week

The Position

• Development of software tools for analysis of measurement data from the photon diagnostic devices.

• Support data analysis with the objective of characterizing the X-ray beam and calculate SASE spectral information based on the acquired data.

• Support group with hardware and cable assembly.  

• Active participation in the commissioning and beamtimes with the photon diagnostics group.

• Supporting various development activities in the photon diagnostics lab.

Requirements

• Enrolled in a Bachelor or Master Degree program in physics, computer science, engineering or similar discipline.

• Capable of writing computer programs for data processing and analysis. Experience in Python language.

• Fluent in spoken and written English. German language is not required.

• Strong communication skills and interest in working in a collaborative environment

• Knowledge about analogue electronics and/or micro-controller programming would be an asset.

• Availability to work from European XFEL's offices for most of the working hours.

For additional information, please contact Jan Gruenert (jan.gruenert@xfel.eu).

Working place will be Schenefeld, in the Hamburg metropolitan area. General information on working in Germany, the Hamburg area and the European XFEL can be found on our Career Page.

Reference Number

X-454

Duration

Initially limited to 2 years, an extension is possible.

Our offer

Become part of a vibrant international and multi-cultural 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.

Work-life balance & flexibility

• A family-friendly working environment (e.g. additional childcare days)

• Flexible working hours and options to work from home (depending on your role and tasks)

• 30 days of paid vacation, plus December 24th and 31st off (granted by the employer)

Compensation & long-term security

• Transparent compensation aligned with public service organizations in Germany

• Salary range: min. 2/2 with 2,975.32€  - max. 3/2 with 3,164.20€ (these values refer to a working time of 39 hours a week in full time and will be adjusted according to the part-time model), the actual level is defined by the individual university enrollment (Bachelor's or Master's degree), here is the link to the current valid tariff table

• Depending on the pay group, we offer an annual special payment of 75-95% of one month’s salary. 

• Partially funded public transportation Deutschlandticket

• Generous company pension scheme (6.45% of your monthly salary)

Support from day one

• English as company language, enabling easy collaboration in our international environment

Learning, wellbeing & community

• Extensive training opportunities, including subsidized English and German language courses

• Subsidized sports membership with access to over 7,000 sport clubs

• Monthly social events and company restaurant with employee discounts

• Free access to a professional mental health support platform

Application

Please provide your CV and a motivation letter in English as well as any reference letters.

The European XFEL GmbH is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and we promote and support diverse and heterogenous teams. Applicants with disabilities will be given preference over other equally qualified applicants.

Application Deadline: 11/08/2026