Postdoc in Quantum Matter

Job description

The position as a postdoctoral scholar will be within the Division of light and matter within the Applied physics department at KTH. The department is part of the Stockholm center for physics, astronomy and biotechnology. The center groups physics related research within both KTH and Stockholm university which provides access to a multitude of research infrastructure as well as the opportunity for collaboration with a multitude of experimental as well as theoretical research groups.

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We seek a highly motivated postdoc to conduct experimental research in the Quantum Matter group at the Applied Physics department KTH. Central to the research project is the study electronic structure and  the dynamics occurring at extremely short time periods, down to the femtosecond time scale (10-15 s). In your research, you will be part of a group investigating electronic structure and ultrafast transient states in quantum materials such as topological materials and superconductors. A primary tool is our newly commissioned time and angle resolved photoemission spectrometer (tr-ARPES). With tr-ARPES the electronic band structure of quantum materials will be mapped following ultrafast electronic and/or structural excitations. We have recently developed a new HHG source that delivers photon energies from 10.8 eV to beyond 25 eV at an energy resolution better than 20 meV. The combined high temporal, energy, and momentum resolutions will provide detailed information on dynamic processes previously not feasible to study experimentally. Of special current interest is the development of new spectroscopic techniques to study high temperature superconductivity. The research will also be carried out at national and international synchrotron light sources and in collaboration with other local and external groups.

What we offer

• A position at a leading technical university that generates knowledge and skills for a sustainable future
• Engaged and ambitious colleagues along with a creative, international and dynamic working environment
• Work in Stockholm, in close proximity to nature
•  Guidance on relocating and settling in KTH and in Sweden 

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Qualifications

Requirements

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree. This eligibility requirement must be met no later than the time the employment decision is made.
• The candidate should hold a PhD in experimental physics or similar degree and have demonstrated scientific excellence through publication of research in leading scientific journals.
• Research experience with quantum materials and laser or synchrotron based APRES, is central to the position.
• Experience with femtosecond lasers, HHG and/or time resolved spectroscopy experiments is a merit as is experience from experiments at large scale facilities.
• The candidate should have good communication skills and good command of English in writing and speaking as he/she is expected to present research results at conferences and author scientific articles.
• candidate must be strongly motivated for postdoctoral studies, possess the ability to work independently and perform critical analysis and also possess good levels of cooperative and communicative abilities.
• The evaluation will be based on the research experience and how well the applicant fulfills the above qualifications

Preferred qualifications

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree, obtained within the last three years prior to the application deadline
• Teaching abilities
• Awareness of diversity and equal opportunity issues, with specific focus on gender equality

Great emphasis will be placed on personal skills.

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To apply for the position

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

The application must include the following documents:

• Curriculum vitae
• Cover letter (detailing both your previous scientific work experience and your interest in this position)
• Research statement (max 2 pages)
• Contact information for three references

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).

About the employment

The position offered is for, at the most, three 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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