Postdoctoral Researcher Multilayer Magnetism for Spintronic Applications & Advanced Magnetic Force Microscopy
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Job Location:
Uster - Switzerland
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Materials science and technology are our passion. With our cutting-edge research Empas around 1100 employees make essential contributions to the well-being of society for a future worth living. Empa is a research institution of the ETH Domain.
Our Magnetic & Functional Thin Films Group designs and fabricates magnetic and functional thin films with tailored properties arising from nanoscale effects. These materials are explored for applications ranging from magnetoelectronic devices to advanced biomedical systems.
A central strength of our group is the development and operation of unique home-built scanning probe microscopy platforms that enable quantitative magnetic field measurements with nanometer-scale spatial resolution and ultra-high sensitivity. These systems allow for example the detection of extremely weak stray fields including those emerging from antiferromagnetic thin films.
Our instrumentation integrates magnetic force microscopy (MFM) with complementary techniques such as atomic force microscopy (AFM) Kelvin probe force microscopy (KPFM) and piezo-response force microscopy (PFM). This multimodal approach enables the correlation of magnetic signals with structural electrical and functional properties at the nanoscale.
We apply these capabilities to both internally designed and fabricated magnetic multilayers and nanostructures as well as to samples provided through established international collaborations allowing us to address a broad range of fundamental and application-driven questions in nanoscale magnetism.
In addition micromagnetic modeling is closely integrated through collaborations including ongoing efforts in inverse and data-driven modeling enabling quantitative interpretation and predictive design of complex magnetic systems.
Your tasks
We are seeking an exceptional postdoctoral researcher to join a highly specialized research group at the forefront of quantitative nanoscale magnetism and advanced scanning probe microscopy and develop innovative magnetic multilayer systems for spintronic and biomedical applications. The position is particularly suited to candidates with a strong background in thin film magnetism. Prior experience in scanning probe microscopy is advantageous but not required; candidates with outstanding expertise in magnetism and a strong motivation to develop advanced SPM skills are highly encouraged to apply. Your work will combine advanced scanning probe microscopy instrumentation magnetic materials science and fundamental physics to push the limits of how magnetic multilayers and nanostructures can be measured understood and engineered for spintronic and related applications at the nanoscale.
Your profile
Essential
- PhD in physics nanoscience or a related field
- Strong background in thin film magnetism and/or scanning probe microscopy
- Interest in quantitative nanoscale measurements and the development of advanced instrumentation and methods
- Proven ability to conduct independent research
- Eperience with MFM AFM KPFM or related SPM techniques
- Knowledge of magnetic thin films multilayers or nanostructures
- Experience in micro- and nanofabrication
Our offer
- A highly specialized and technically unique research environment with world-leading custom-built microscopy platforms
- Participation in a broad network of international collaborations driven by our unique experimental capabilities
- Significant scientific independence and responsibility
- Competitive salary and excellent working conditions in Switzerland
We look forward to receiving your complete online application including a letter of motivation CV certificates diplomas and contact details of two reference persons. Please submit these exclusively via our job portal. Applications by e-mail and by post will not be considered.
PatriciaNitzsche Stv. Leiterin Human Resources / Dep. Head Human Resources
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About Company
Materials science and technology are our passion. With our cutting-edge research, Empa's around 1,100 employees make essential contributions to the well-being of society for a future worth living. Empa is a research institution of the ETH Domain.
