Postdoctoral Fellow (index no. 3601-00)

22 Jan 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Paul Scherrer Institut Villigen

Research Field

Physics » Neutron physics
Chemistry » Other

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Country

Switzerland

Application Deadline

15 Mar 2024 - 23:59 (Europe/Zurich)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

41.5

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Reference Number

3601-00

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

The Paul Scherrer Institute PSI is the largest research institute for natural and engineering sciences within Switzerland. We perform cutting-edge research in the fields of future technologies, energy and climate, health innovation and fundamentals of nature. By performing fundamental and applied research, we work on sustainable solutions for major challenges facing society, science and economy. PSI is committed to the training of future generations. Therefore, about one quarter of our staff are post-docs, post-graduates or apprentices. Altogether, PSI employs 2200 people.

For the Laboratory for Neutron and Muon Instrumentation LIN we are looking for a

Postdoctoral Fellow
Tuning Quantum Materials by Hydrostatic and Uniaxial Pressure

Your tasks
The project aims to develop new extreme-conditions capabilities for neutron scattering and muon spin spectroscopy experiments on quantum materials and to apply them for the study of exotic quantum phases. The project is a collaboration involving three Laboratories: Neutron and Muon Instrumentation, Muon Spin Spectroscopy and Theoretical and Computational Physics. In particular, the postdoctoral fellow will:

• Perform research on frustrated magnets and other quantum materials, under hydrostatic and uniaxial pressure
• Assemble, commission, and test new uniaxial pressure devices for neutron and muon instruments together with PSI engineers and technicians
• Acquire and analyse complex data sets from scattering and resonance experiments (neutron, muon, NMR experiments)
• Write and publish scientific articles and participate in national and international conferences

Requirements

Research Field

Physics » Neutron physics

Education Level

PhD or equivalent

Research Field

Chemistry » Other

Education Level

PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

Your profile

• PhD degree in physics, chemistry, materials science, or a related field
• Experience in the investigation of quantum materials
• Experience in the development of scientific instrumentation and skills in handson work
• Skills in neutron and/or muon and/or NMR techniques are desirable
• Hydrostatic- or uniaxial-pressure expertise would be an asset
• Good command of English is required, knowledge of German would be useful
• You enjoy teamwork and possess excellent interpersonal skills

Additional Information
Benefits

We offer
Our institution is based on an interdisciplinary, innovative and dynamic collaboration. You will profit from a systematic training on the job, in addition to personal development possibilities and our pronounced vocational training culture. If you wish to optimally combine work and family life or other personal interests, we are able to support you with our modern employment conditions and the on-site infrastructure.

Your employment contract is limited to 2 years.

Additional comments

For further information, please contact Dr Gediminas Simutis, e-mail [email protected] or phone +41 56 310 32 69.

Please submit your application online by 15 March 2024 (including list of publications and addresses of referees) for the position as a Postdoctoral Fellow (index no. 3601-00).

Paul Scherrer Institut, Human Resources Management, Luca Simen, 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland, www.psi.ch

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Paul Scherrer Institut

Country

Switzerland

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://apply.refline.ch/673278/3300/index.html?lang=en&cid=1

Contact

City

Villigen PSI

Website

http://www.psi.ch/psi-home

Postal Code

5232

STATUS: EXPIRED