(Laser-) technician

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(Laser-) technician

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The Faculty of Science and Engineering has a vacancy for a research technician. The vacancy is at the Zernike Institute for Advanced Materials which conducts research addressing fundamental properties of functional materials and devices. The research is carried out by means of a number of modern techniques, in particular, by optical spectroscopy which is widely used to characterise novel functional materials.

Faculty of Science and Engineering
Solliciteer uiterlijk: 4 August 2026 23:59 Dutch local time
1 fte
€3.546 - €5.538

(Laser-) technician

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What are you going to do?

The position constitutes a technical supporting function in a educational and research environment at a university. The laser technician will be responsible for the maintenance of

scientific laser systems as well as spectroscopic and microscopic equipment in the Optical Condensed Matter Physics and Optical Spectroscopy of Functional Nanosystems groups. The technician will also take care of daily non-scientific tasks, e.g. ordering parts/goods for laboratory work. The technician will cooperate with other technical personnel within the Zernike Institute by sharing expertise and supporting other groups in lasers and laser applications. The applicant has to take part in educational duties, such as assisting in the design of laser-based experimental setups and in performing spectroscopic and microscopic experiments.

The candidate acts as a Laser Safety Officer of the Zernike Institute responsible for safe laser operations in close cooperation with the other Laser Safety Officers and supervisors in the Institute and Faculty.

 

Who are you?

We are looking for candidates who meet the following requirements:

  • A higher-professional or academic (or equivalent) background in a modern field of laser spectroscopy/microscopy and/or laser physics.
  • Hands on experience in working with lasers, ideally also femtosecond laser systems, and with spectroscopy setups.
  • Experience with automated data acquisition and analysis.
  • Programming skills in python or willingness to learn programming in python.
  • Keeping up with the latest developments in the field and being prepared to widen knowledge if necessary.
  • Dutch and English language in writing and speaking.
  • Readiness to cooperate with and instruct students in safe laser operation as well as to cooperate with other personell in the Optical Spectroscopy groups and the Zernike Institute.
  • High degree of independence in organising the multiple tasks associated with the function.

What can you expect from us?

  • In accordance with the collective labor agreement for Dutch universities, we offer a salary of at least € 3.546 up to a maximum of € 5.538 (schaal 10) gross per month for a full-time employment contract.
  • 232 vacation hours per year, based on a 38-hour workweek (1.0 FTE). You can also work more or fewer hours in exchange for more or fewer free hours. For example, with a 40-hour workweek, you save 96 extra free hours, and with a 36-hour workweek, you lose 96 hours.
  • End-of-year bonus of 8.3% and 8% holiday allowance.
  • Extensive opportunities for personal and professional development.
  • A temporary appointment of 1.0 FTE for a duration of one year, with the possibility of extension to a contract for an indefinite period. Subject to satisfactory performance and unchanged business circumstances, the position may be converted to a contract for an indefinite period after one year if the Collective Labour Agreement stipulates that it concerns a structural position/role.

Where will you be working?

At the University of Groningen (UG), you work at a broad top-class university that covers all fields of academia and technology. Support staff members offer a vital contribution to the effort made by lecturers and researchers toward the development of talent and a better, sustainable society. The UG aims to be an open academic community with an inclusive and safe working climate that invites you to add your value.

De Faculty of Science and Engineering (FSE) verzorgt onderwijs en onderzoek in een breed spectrum van disciplines, van natuurkunde en biologie tot kunstmatige intelligentie, werktuigbouwkunde en farmacie. We dragen in nauwe samenwerking met partners uit bedrijfsleven, medische wereld en maatschappij bij aan de urgente uitdagingen van onze tijd, zoals energie, duurzaamheid, digitalisering en medische technologie. Onze gemeenschap heeft een open en informeel karakter, met meer dan 7.000 studenten, 1.000 promovendi en 1.400 medewerkers van over de hele wereld. Wil je meer weten over de Faculty of Science and Engineering? Kijk dan op rug.nl/fse.

Application procedure

Step 1: Jouw sollicitatie

Nadat je jouw sollicitatie hebt ingediend, ontvang je een bevestiging per mail.

Step 2: Selectie

De selectiecommissie beoordeelt je sollicitatie en laat je zo spoedig mogelijk weten of je wordt uitgenodigd voor een gesprek.

Step 3: Eerste gesprek

We leren elkaar graag beter kennen tijdens een eerste gesprek, dat zowel online als op locatie kan plaatsvinden.

Step 4: Tweede gesprek en mogelijk assessment en/of opvragen referenties

Mogelijk plannen we nog een tweede gesprek met je in. Dit gesprek wordt eventueel aangevuld met een assessment. Ook kunnen hier referenties worden opgevraagd.

Step 5: Arbeidsvoorwaardengesprek

Na een positief gesprek, nemen we samen de arbeidsvoorwaarden door. Als alles rond is, heten we je van harte welkom bij de RUG! Ben je benieuwd hoe de onboarding bij de RUG verloopt? Op onze informatiepagina voor nieuwe medewerkers lees je wat je kunt verwachten.

Interested?

Does this vacancy appeal to you? If so, click on the button below and apply straightaway.

Please add the following documents to your application:

  • CV.
  • Cover letter.

Do you have any questions or need more information?

Information about applying

When scheduling meetings, we will take your schedule into account as much as possible.

The University of Groningen considers social safety important. We strive to be a university where staff and students feel respected and at home, regardless of differences in background, experiences, perspectives, and identity. For more information, see also our page about our diversity policy.

Acquisition is not appreciated.

Our selection procedure follows the guidelines of the NVP Application Code.

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