PhD research in synchrotron methods

PhD research in synchrotron methods: The Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Uppsala University, offers a prestigious fellowship for a doctoral student (PhD) focusing on multimodal characterization of magnetic nanomaterials using X-ray and ferromagnetic resonance. This fellowship is part of the MSCA COFUND project PRISMAS, a network training program for doctoral students co-funded by the Horizon Europe MSCA COFUND program.

PhD research and innovation in synchrotron methods and applications

Designation: Doctoral student (PhD)

Research area: The position is located in the Department of Engineering with specialization in Solid State Physics at the Department of Solid State Physics, Institute of Materials Science and Engineering, Uppsala University. The research focus is on the characterization of nanomaterials and nanocompounds for applications in energy, environment, life sciences and functional materials such as batteries and environmental applications using porous materials.

Location: Uppsala, Sweden

Eligibility/Qualification:

• Master’s degree in Chemistry, materials science, physics or a related field
• Basic knowledge and skills in X-ray scattering
• Fulfillment of the mobility rule of the MSCA COFUND programme, i.e. stay in Sweden not longer than 12 months during the specified period
• Good knowledge of English (at least level B2)
• Knowledge or experience in areas such as programming with Python, data analysis with Jupyter notebooks, SAXS, magnetic materials, electrochemical testing of batteries or gas sorption is an advantage

Job description:
The main task of the PhD student is to conduct research studies, participate in the PRISMAS project, attend PhD courses and possibly undertake teaching and departmental duties not exceeding 20%. The position also includes independent implementation of projects within the specified field, collaboration with other PhD students and researchers, conducting experiments, characterizing materials on the fly, attending international conferences and attending specialized courses and trainings.

How to apply:
Interested persons must submit the following documents:

• CV in Europass format
• A two-page cover letter explaining your interest in the position and how it matches your qualifications
• At least one letter of recommendation
• Proof of English language skills at level 3 (at least level B2)
• Copy of study documents with diploma transcript in English
• Names and contact details of at least two reference persons
• Submission of all documents in the application portal

Last application date: Applications must be submitted by August 30, 2024 at the latest. Applications will be continuously evaluated and interviews will be conducted.

For further details about the position or research project and to apply, please contact:

• Associate Professor Germán Salazar Alvarez, german.salazar.alvarez@angstrom.uu.se
• Associate Professor Ocean Cheung, ocean.cheung@angstrom.uu.se
• Associate Professor Tapati Sarkar, tapati.sarkar@angstrom.uu.se

Uppsala University is committed to gender equality and diversity. The position may be subject to a security screening. Interested candidates are advised to learn about living and working in Sweden before applying.

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