Postdoctoral Position in Physics: MPI-CPfS 3485 views

The Max Planck Institute for Chemical Physics of Solids (MPI-CPfS) and the Julius-Maximilians-University of Würzburg are offering a Postdoctoral Position in Physics (m/f/d) Molecular beam epitaxy of topological Heusler compounds.

About the position:

• Development of high-quality molecular beam epitaxy of complex half-Heusler material systems
• Detailed characterization of the material systems
• Organization of the permanent scientific exchange within the Dresden-Würzburg collaboration
• Presentation and publication of scientific results
• The position is affiliated with the Max Planck Institute in Dresden.
• The actual work is located in both Dresden and Würzburg
• Electrical transport experiments including device fabrication are conducted in collaboration with the University of Würzburg in the Würzburg labs.

Requirements:

• Applications are open to an ambitious postdoctoral researcher with a strong background in molecular beam epitaxy
• Applicant must hold PhD in Physics or related field plus several years relevant work experience
• Profound knowledge and hands-on experience with the following technical procedures are required: Molecular Beam Epitaxy, especially growth on salt substrates; handling and maintenance of ultra-high vacuum (UHV) components
• Applicant must demonstrate experience with electron beam evaporator sources.
• Performing and interpreting relevant characterization techniques such as HRXRD, RHEED, AFM, SEM, phase contrast microscopy
• Applicant must possess excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

Applications:

Applications to be sent via email to molenkamp@physik.uni-wuerzburg.de including:

• Cover letter indicating the motivation to apply for this position
• CV including list of publications in refereed journals,
• Short (<1 page) description of previous research accomplishments,
• 3 recommendation letters and names of referees.