Scientist for Radiocarbon monitoring to partition fossil and biogenic CO2 emissions 80% - 100%
Empa, Materials Science and Technology
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"As Switzerland's incubator for innovation, Empa's research provides answers to the most pressing challenges facing
industry." Prof. Dr. Katharina Maniura, Biointerfaces "Empa's research on the highest international level plays a
leading role in the advancement of technology." Prof. Dr. Ayodhya Nath Tiwari, Thin Films and Photovoltaics "Empa's
materials science and technology research is of great benefit to society in the fields of energy, mobility,
environment, construction and health." Prof. Dr. Bernd Nowack, Technology and Society "For my research projects I use
first-class equipment. This is extremely important in dynamic 3D radiography." Dr. Ameet Aiyangar, Mechanical Systems
Engineering "Empa offers good employment conditions and supports equal opportunities. I consider this very important."
Irene Ferretto, Advanced Materials Processing "Empa has sites in three attractive regions in Switzerland. This also
ensures a good quality of life." Dr. Shanyu Zhao, Building Energy Materials and Components "We enjoy working in a team.
For us it is important that Empa pursues topics like sustainability and innovation." Michael Levy and Nikola Tatalovic,
Finances/Controlling "My work is exciting and highly diverse - and I am right there when research projects are being
implemented in NEST, Empa's research and innovation building." Yannic Trüb, Real Estate Management "At Empa I value the
good work environment and international collaboration." Subas Scheibler, Particles-Biology Interactions
Scientist for Radiocarbon monitoring to partition fossil and biogenic CO2 emissions
Share Apply now Materials science and technology are our passion. With our cutting-edge research, Empa's around 1,100
employees make essential contributions to the well-being of society for a future worth living. Empa is a research
institution of the ETH Domain.The Laboratory for Air Pollution / Environmental Technology focuses on the emissions,
transport, and fate of anthropogenic air pollutants and greenhouse gases. Our research provides the scientific ground
for most effectively reducing their impact by assessing and driving technical solutions supporting emission reduction,
and by guiding decision makers in the field of environmental politics.
Radiocarbon analysis in carbon dioxide (CO2) is the most direct tool to distinguish between renewable sources and
fossil fuel combustion, and to support mitigation efforts towards carbon neutrality. We will establish the first
analytical tool for continuous radiocarbon analysis in atmospheric CO2. The instrumental setup will comprise a SCAR
radiocarbon spectrometer and a home-built QCLAS spectrometer for 13CO2/12CO2, both coupled to an automated
preconcentration device to separate and purify CO2 from air.
As a partner of two European research projects, we are looking for a highly motivated scientist with strong interest
and skills in analytics, data analysis and radiocarbon research.
Job description, responsibilities and tasks
- Setup an analytical platform for automated CO2 preconcentration from ambient air.
- Characterize, validate and automatize laser spectroscopy for radiocarbon (14CO2) and stable isotope analysis (13CO2).
- Establish, test and optimize an analytical workflow for sample / reference gas analysis and a software algorithm for
data treatment.
- Collaborate with leading AMS laboratories to ensure comparability of on-line measurements with established
low-frequency monitoring.
- Communicate results in project reports, scientific journals and at conferences.
Required skills
- MSc or PhD degree in chemistry, physics, or a related discipline.
- Strong skills in analytics and measurement techniques for stable isotopes and radiocarbon, and interest in complex
automated setups.
- Software skills (e.g. Python, MATLAB or R).
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. German is a plus.
- Self-responsibility and willingness for open communication and committed teamwork.
Our offer
We are a dynamic research team, dedicated to advancing the use of stable isotopes and radiocarbon to address
environmentally relevant research questions. We are offering a multifaceted and challenging position for 3 years (with
the possibility of extension) in a modern research environment with excellent infrastructure. Working place will be at
Empa in Dübendorf.
Appointments start preferably in Summer 2025. Applications will be assessed on a rolling basis beginning 08.03.25.We
live a culture of inclusion and respect. We welcome all people who are interested in innovative, sustainable and
meaningful activities - that's what counts.We look forward to receiving your complete online application including a
letter of motivation, CV, certificates, transcripts of diplomas and contact details of two reference persons. Please
submit these exclusively via our job portal. Applications by e-mail and by post will not be considered.DavidHeusser, HR
Partner
Questions?
Dr.JoachimMohn
Group Leader
Air Pollution / Environmental Technology
+41 58 765 4687
https://www.empa.ch/web/s503/emissions-and-isotopes
Your future place of work
Empa
Ueberlandstrasse 129
8600Dübendorf
Empa as an employer
Innovative, sustainable, meaningful activities Creating added value for society International, multicultural working
environment Freedom to create and develop Culture of inclusion and respect Excellent balance between different areas of
life Multiple award-winning and certified employer Benefits for rail, mobile, childcare, catering, etc.
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industry." Prof. Dr. Katharina Maniura, Biointerfaces "Empa's research on the highest international level plays a
leading role in the advancement of technology." Prof. Dr. Ayodhya Nath Tiwari, Thin Films and Photovoltaics "Empa's
materials science and technology research is of great benefit to society in the fields of energy, mobility,
environment, construction and health." Prof. Dr. Bernd Nowack, Technology and Society "For my research projects I use
first-class equipment. This is extremely important in dynamic 3D radiography." Dr. Ameet Aiyangar, Mechanical Systems
Engineering "Empa offers good employment conditions and supports equal opportunities. I consider this very important."
Irene Ferretto, Advanced Materials Processing "Empa has sites in three attractive regions in Switzerland. This also
ensures a good quality of life." Dr. Shanyu Zhao, Building Energy Materials and Components "We enjoy working in a team.
For us it is important that Empa pursues topics like sustainability and innovation." Michael Levy and Nikola Tatalovic,
Finances/Controlling "My work is exciting and highly diverse - and I am right there when research projects are being
implemented in NEST, Empa's research and innovation building." Yannic Trüb, Real Estate Management "At Empa I value the
good work environment and international collaboration." Subas Scheibler, Particles-Biology Interactions
Scientist for Radiocarbon monitoring to partition fossil and biogenic CO2 emissions
Share Apply now Materials science and technology are our passion. With our cutting-edge research, Empa's around 1,100
employees make essential contributions to the well-being of society for a future worth living. Empa is a research
institution of the ETH Domain.The Laboratory for Air Pollution / Environmental Technology focuses on the emissions,
transport, and fate of anthropogenic air pollutants and greenhouse gases. Our research provides the scientific ground
for most effectively reducing their impact by assessing and driving technical solutions supporting emission reduction,
and by guiding decision makers in the field of environmental politics.
Radiocarbon analysis in carbon dioxide (CO2) is the most direct tool to distinguish between renewable sources and
fossil fuel combustion, and to support mitigation efforts towards carbon neutrality. We will establish the first
analytical tool for continuous radiocarbon analysis in atmospheric CO2. The instrumental setup will comprise a SCAR
radiocarbon spectrometer and a home-built QCLAS spectrometer for 13CO2/12CO2, both coupled to an automated
preconcentration device to separate and purify CO2 from air.
As a partner of two European research projects, we are looking for a highly motivated scientist with strong interest
and skills in analytics, data analysis and radiocarbon research.
Job description, responsibilities and tasks
- Setup an analytical platform for automated CO2 preconcentration from ambient air.
- Characterize, validate and automatize laser spectroscopy for radiocarbon (14CO2) and stable isotope analysis (13CO2).
- Establish, test and optimize an analytical workflow for sample / reference gas analysis and a software algorithm for
data treatment.
- Collaborate with leading AMS laboratories to ensure comparability of on-line measurements with established
low-frequency monitoring.
- Communicate results in project reports, scientific journals and at conferences.
Required skills
- MSc or PhD degree in chemistry, physics, or a related discipline.
- Strong skills in analytics and measurement techniques for stable isotopes and radiocarbon, and interest in complex
automated setups.
- Software skills (e.g. Python, MATLAB or R).
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. German is a plus.
- Self-responsibility and willingness for open communication and committed teamwork.
Our offer
We are a dynamic research team, dedicated to advancing the use of stable isotopes and radiocarbon to address
environmentally relevant research questions. We are offering a multifaceted and challenging position for 3 years (with
the possibility of extension) in a modern research environment with excellent infrastructure. Working place will be at
Empa in Dübendorf.
Appointments start preferably in Summer 2025. Applications will be assessed on a rolling basis beginning 08.03.25.We
live a culture of inclusion and respect. We welcome all people who are interested in innovative, sustainable and
meaningful activities - that's what counts.We look forward to receiving your complete online application including a
letter of motivation, CV, certificates, transcripts of diplomas and contact details of two reference persons. Please
submit these exclusively via our job portal. Applications by e-mail and by post will not be considered.DavidHeusser, HR
Partner
Questions?
Dr.JoachimMohn
Group Leader
Air Pollution / Environmental Technology
+41 58 765 4687
https://www.empa.ch/web/s503/emissions-and-isotopes
Your future place of work
Empa
Ueberlandstrasse 129
8600Dübendorf
Empa as an employer
Innovative, sustainable, meaningful activities Creating added value for society International, multicultural working
environment Freedom to create and develop Culture of inclusion and respect Excellent balance between different areas of
life Multiple award-winning and certified employer Benefits for rail, mobile, childcare, catering, etc.
Good to know
Empa website
Working in Switzerland
Employment process
Conditions of employment
Apply now