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Senior Experimental Physicist

Confidential employer · Bergen · Posted 22 Oct 2026

Job summary

A technology company in Bergen, Norway is seeking a Senior Experimental Physicist to lead the development of advanced chip patterning beamline technologies. The role involves managing a multidisciplinary team, driving R&D projects related to atom beam generation and diagnostics, and working in state-of-the-art high-vacuum conditions. The position requires collaboration across locations with some travel, and offers opportunities to shape technology strategy and mentor technical staff.

Location and work setup

Location
Bergen
Work setup
On-site

Responsibilities

Lead a team of physicists and engineers developing core beamline technologies, including the design, testing, and implementation of complex high-vacuum instrumentation. Plan and execute experiments with atom and charged particle beams, analyze results using Python scripts, and prepare comprehensive technical documentation. Translate strategic objectives into actionable deliverables, delegate tasks aligned with team members' skills, and provide continuous feedback. Forecast technical skill needs, participate in recruitment and onboarding processes, and ensure high technical standards throughout the team.

Qualifications

PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related field with at least 3 years of experience in instrument development within academic or industrial environments. Proven leadership experience managing complex scientific or engineering projects for 2-3 years. Hands-on expertise in high and ultra-high vacuum hardware and instrumentation, with a strong understanding of vacuum theory. Demonstrated success delivering R&D projects from conception through completion, preferably with molecular or charged particle beams. Experience with CAD software and laser optics is advantageous but not mandatory. Fluency in English is required; Norwegian language skills are not specified.

Skills

experimental physicsbeamline technologyhigh-vacuum instrumentationultra-high vacuum systemsPython scriptingdata analysistechnical team leadershipR&D project managementmolecular beam technologycharged particle beamstechnical documentationCAD software (desirable)laser and optics knowledge (desirable)