Postdoc in quantum matter - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

The quantum matter group within the Applied Physics Department at KTH and the ARPES group headed by Prof. Z-X Shen at Stanford University are starting a collaborative effort on research on quantum matter. As a part of this collaboration, Prof. Shen will be a part time guest professor (Tage Erlander professor) at KTH starting 2020.

Job description

In connection to the above collaboration we are offering a postdoc position to work jointly at KTH and Stanford. The main task of this position will be to drive and participate in joint quantum matter research projects between the two groups and in particular Angle-Resolved Photoelectron Spectroscopy (time resolved, spin resolved, soft X-ray based) Experiments will be carried out at local facilities at KTH, Stanford/SLAC as well as at various user facilities such as MaxIV, SSRL/LCLS, ALS, SLS etc.

What we offer

• International workplace and rich intellectual environment in condensed matter science and related fields.
• Experience at leading technical universities that create knowledge and expertise for a sustainable future.
• Here you get colleagues with high ambitions in an open, curious and dynamic environment.
• The possibility to spend time at Stanford as well KTH.
• The possibility to perform experiments in state of the art laboratories and large scale modern facilities.

Qualifications

Requirements

• A doctoral degree in the area of condensed matter physics or an equivalent foreign degree, obtained within the last three years prior to the application deadline. A proven track record within the area of quantum materials research.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal competence and suitability.

Preferred qualifications

Experience with VUV and soft X-ray spectroscopic techniques and in particular photoelectron spectroscopy. Experience of working with high power lasers.

• Scientific skills.
• Educational ability.
• Awareness of diversity and equal treatment issues with a particular focus on gender equality
• Cooperative skills.
• Independence.
• Additional knowledge and skills that are preferred for the employment can be incorporated into the employment profile.

Trade union representatives

You will find contact information to trade union representatives at KTH's webbpage.

Application

The application must include: 

• CV including relevant professional experience and a list of publications
• Copy of diplomas and grades from your previous university studies. Translations into English or Swedish if the original documents have not been issued in any of these languages.
• Brief account of why you want to conduct research, your academic interests and how they relate to your previous studies and future goals. Max two pages long.

Log into KTH's recruitment system in order to apply to this position. You are the main responsible to ensure that your application is complete according to the ad.

Your complete application must be received at KTH no later than the last day of application, midnight CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time).

Fixed term employment /temporary contract 2020-03-31.

About the employment

The position offered is still valid for at least two years.

A position as a postdoctoral fellow is a time-limited qualified appointment focusing mainly on research, intended as a first career step after a dissertation.

Others

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