Summary
A PhD position is available at the Leiden Institute of Chemistry, focusing on the integration of nanoelectronics and nanofluidics through the development of graphene edge sensors for advanced molecular detection.
PhD Scholarship Opportunity in Nanoelectronics and Nanofluidics, Leiden, Netherlands
Designation
PhD Position
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Research Group | Grégory Schneider’s Group |
| Contract Hours | 38 – 40 hours per week |
| Employment Type | Maximum 4 years (PhD thesis completion) |
| Salary | €3059 – €3881 gross per month (full-time) |
Research Area
- Graphene and 2D materials
- Graphene sensors
- Nanophysics
- Nanopore fabrication
- Molecular Breakjunctions
- Nanofabrication
Location
Leiden, Netherlands
Eligibility/Qualification
- MSc degree in Chemical Nanoscience, Biophysics, Nanofabrication, Solid-state Physics, Physical Chemistry, Condensed Matter Physics, Nanoscience, or Nanotechnology.
- Expertise in nanofabrication, nanoscience, low current device electronics, graphene or 2D materials.
- Previous experimental work and possible publications.
- Excellent command of written and spoken English.
Job Description
The PhD project aims to fabricate and characterize graphene edge sensors for single molecule detection and biopolymer sequencing. The candidate should be proficient in nanofabrication techniques, integrating nanofluidics with nanoelectronics. Responsibilities include contributing to classroom teaching (maximum 10% of the time) and supervising BSc and MSc research projects.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following documents:
- Cover Letter indicating motivation for the project
- Curriculum Vitae
- A short research proposal (500 words to one page)
- Copies of academic transcripts
- Copy of Master and Bachelor thesis
- Contact details of two references
Applications should be submitted as PDF files.
Last Date for Apply
30 June 2026
For more information, please contact Amber Vermunt at a.d.vermunt@lic.leidenuniv.nl.
