Summer Worker - X-Ray Imaging

The European Spallation Source (ESS) in Lund, Sweden is a partnership of 13 European countries with the mission to design, construct and operate the world’s most powerful neutron source.

Working with us means being part of a challenging and exciting work environment, at a stunning, brand new workplace filled with innovative minds and brilliant people from across the globe.

We are now looking to appoint a summer worker for the ODIN Instrument team in the Diffraction and Imaging division.

About the position
The ODIN team is responsible for developing a neutron imaging instrument that will enable time-resolved 2D and 3D studies of complex materials and processes. As a unique feature, ODIN will also include a laboratory-based X-ray point source to enable dual-modality imaging, combining neutron and X-ray techniques within the same experimental environment.

As a summer worker in the ODIN team, your main tasks will be to support the ongoing development of geometric calibration procedures for the X-ray imaging setup. This includes implementing and validating calibration routines, analyzing imaging data, and contributing to the documentation and open-source codebase.

About you
A suitable background for this position would be:

• Ongoing or completed MSc studies in physics, engineering, imaging science, or a related field.
• Experience or coursework in imaging, image processing, mathematical modelling, or scientific programming (e.g. Python).
• Good written and oral communication skills in English.
• Minimum age 18 years.

We believe that you enjoy solving problems, working independently, and collaborating with a variety of people in an international environment. You are curious, self-motivated, and not afraid to ask questions or try new approaches.

Duration and location
This is a summer work position of 4 weeks. Planned start date is June 16, 2025 or per agreement.
Your workplace is on-site at ESS in Lund, Sweden.

How to apply
Please provide your CV in English . Please note that we only accept applications via the ESS website. The last day to apply is 1 June, 2025.

Please be aware that we can only accept direct applications made via the ESS website.

This role requires additional background screening processes and health and safety checks, which will be performed during the recruitment process.

For more information regarding the ESS recruitment process in general, please follow this link: Careers | ESS


We look forward to receiving your application!


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