PhD Scholarship in Quantum Sensing: Join the prestigious PhD school at the Swiss Nanoscience Institute for a fully funded 4-year PhD scholarship in Quantum Sensing of Biomolecules, conducting cutting-edge research with the Biomolecular Nano-Dynamics and Quantum Sensing groups at the University of Basel.
Fully Funded PhD Scholarship in Quantum Sensing of Biomolecules
Designation: PhD Student
Research Area: Quantum Sensing of Biomolecules and Their Chemical Stimuli
Location: University of Basel, Switzerland
Eligibility/Qualification:
- MSc degree in Physics or Physical Chemistry with outstanding grades
- Background in optics, fluorescence spectroscopy, quantum sensing, single-molecule experiments, and data analysis
- Highly motivated with a curiosity for fundamental questions and method development
- Excellent problem-solving skills, analytical thinking, and teamwork abilities
- Proficiency in English (speaking & writing)
Job Description:
In this interdisciplinary PhD project, you will:
- Build an optically-detected magnetic resonance (ODMR) spectrometer using advanced equipment
- Detect single particles and photons to develop new fluorescence readouts
- Conduct biocompatible experiments to identify protein molecules and their chemical triggers
- Contribute to the advancement of single-molecule NMR of biomolecules through optical quantum sensing
How to Apply:
Interested applicants should submit their application by email to schmid-che@unibas.ch, by Oct 30th, 2024. The application must include:
- Letter of motivation
- CV
- Email addresses of 2-3 references
Combine all documents into a single PDF file named ‘Application NV Firstname Lastname.pdf’.
For inquiries, contact Prof. Sonja Schmid at sonja.schmid@unibas.ch or Prof. Patrick Maletinksy at patrick.maletinsky@unibas.ch. Visit the official website at www.unibas.ch for details on the PhD student position in quantum sensing of biomolecules and their chemical stimuli.
