CIC nanoGUNE: PhD fellowship – Ultrafast optical control of magnetism in advanced materials
Job Vacancy
Research Field: Physics
Sub Research:
Job Summary
NanoGUNE is a research center devoted to conducting world-class nanoscience research for a competitive growth of the Basque Country. NanoGUNE is a member of the Basque Research and Technology Alliance (BRTA) and is recognized by the Spanish Research Agency as a MarÃa de Maeztu Unit of Excellence.
The Nanomagnetism group (https://www.nanogune.eu/en/research/groups/nanomagnetism) is seeking to recruit a talented, enthusiastic young scientist who is highly motivated to boost his/her research career in the area of nanoscience.
The nano-magnetism Group at CIC nanoGUNE BRTA is conducting world-class basic and applied research in the field of magnetism and optics of nano-scale structures. The Group staff has a longstanding expertise and proven track record in fundamental and applied aspects of nano-magnetism and nano-photonics.
Job Description & Benefits
Description:
Motivation
The successful candidate will be part of the project aiming at achieving nanoscale-selective and ultrafast (10-15s) optical control of magnetism. This control is envisioned to be facilitated by plasmonic-enhanced light matter interaction at the nanoscale.
The knowledge generated in this project is likely to break new grounds in key research areas at the frontier of science and at the interface between magnetism and ultrafast nanophotonics, a field that is at the cutting edge of current research. Besides the fundamental interest, the generated knowledge has great potential to map out a path for a future technological impact thanks to the identification of new ways to overcome the current physical limitations in the design of energy-efficient devices for information technology, including unconventional approaches (e.g., neuromorphic computers) that are intensively investigated at the present time.
Research description
The Junior Researcher will participate in the synthesis of novel metamaterials combining advanced ferromagnetic materials and noble metal nanostructures, their precise characterization with state-of-the-art and cutting-edge instruments to measure their spatio-temporal functional properties at the nanoscale and sub-ps timescale.
Opportunities for JRs when joining the Nanomagnetism group
•The interdisciplinary approach of the project that combines a solid understanding of fundamental physics in nano-magnetism and nano-optics, and both basic and advanced methodologies of characterization, represents a clear opportunity for young scholars to develop into professional researchers at the cutting edge.
•Development of personal and transferable skills (leadership, analytical, communication, interpersonal, free thinker mindset, creativity).
•Prepare for excellent career options in academia, industrial R&D and beyond.
Required qualifications – Eligibility
To apply to this position, candidates must hold an internationally recognized Master-equivalent degree in physics, nanoscience, or engineering.
No restrictions of citizenship apply to this fellowship.
A PhD degree from local University (UPV/EHU) will be granted after successful completion of the PhD research.
Application procedure
Suitable candidates should apply by completing the online form and attaching the following documents:
•a Curriculum Vitae
•a presentation letter with declaration of interest (max. 1 page)
•contact email of 1/2 potential references (alternatively 2 reference letters)
•a scanned copy of your university academic transcripts
•a scanned copy of the Master degree, if available at the time of application
•a scanned copy of standardized English test results if available
Motivation
The successful candidate will be part of the project aiming at achieving nanoscale-selective and ultrafast (10-15s) optical control of magnetism. This control is envisioned to be facilitated by plasmonic-enhanced light matter interaction at the nanoscale.
The knowledge generated in this project is likely to break new grounds in key research areas at the frontier of science and at the interface between magnetism and ultrafast nanophotonics, a field that is at the cutting edge of current research. Besides the fundamental interest, the generated knowledge has great potential to map out a path for a future technological impact thanks to the identification of new ways to overcome the current physical limitations in the design of energy-efficient devices for information technology, including unconventional approaches (e.g., neuromorphic computers) that are intensively investigated at the present time.
Research description
The Junior Researcher will participate in the synthesis of novel metamaterials combining advanced ferromagnetic materials and noble metal nanostructures, their precise characterization with state-of-the-art and cutting-edge instruments to measure their spatio-temporal functional properties at the nanoscale and sub-ps timescale.
Opportunities for JRs when joining the Nanomagnetism group
•The interdisciplinary approach of the project that combines a solid understanding of fundamental physics in nano-magnetism and nano-optics, and both basic and advanced methodologies of characterization, represents a clear opportunity for young scholars to develop into professional researchers at the cutting edge.
•Development of personal and transferable skills (leadership, analytical, communication, interpersonal, free thinker mindset, creativity).
•Prepare for excellent career options in academia, industrial R&D and beyond.
Required qualifications – Eligibility
To apply to this position, candidates must hold an internationally recognized Master-equivalent degree in physics, nanoscience, or engineering.
No restrictions of citizenship apply to this fellowship.
A PhD degree from local University (UPV/EHU) will be granted after successful completion of the PhD research.
Application procedure
Suitable candidates should apply by completing the online form and attaching the following documents:
•a Curriculum Vitae
•a presentation letter with declaration of interest (max. 1 page)
•contact email of 1/2 potential references (alternatively 2 reference letters)
•a scanned copy of your university academic transcripts
•a scanned copy of the Master degree, if available at the time of application
•a scanned copy of standardized English test results if available
Benefits:
Additional details:
Job Details
Program:
No
SESAM Number:
Type of Contract:
Temporary
Profile:
First Stage Researcher (R1)
Status:
Full-time
Hours/Week:
40
Company:
CIC nanoGUNE
Location:
Donostia-San Sebastián
Gipuzkoa
SPAIN
Organization Contact
Name:
CIC nanoGUNE
Type:
Research Laboratory
Dept/Lab:
Nanomagnetism
Address:
Tolosa Hiribidea, 76 E-20018 Donostia - San Sebastian Guipuzcoa SPAIN
Email:
Website:
Phone/Fax:
Ph: +34943574000
