Opening of PhD and Postdoctoral Positions: The Advanced Materials Group (AMG) at the Czech Technical University in Prague (CTU) and the Nanolino group at the University of Basel (UNIBA) are inviting applications for PhD and postdoctoral positions on the SNFS-GAČR funded project, “Nanoscale Friction Control of Layered Transition Metal Dichalcogenides.”
Designation: PhD Student and Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area: Nanoscale friction control of layered transition metal dichalcogenides
Location:
- Positions at Czech Technical University in Prague (CTU), Czech Republic
- Positions at University of Basel (UNIBA), Switzerland
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Background in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related disciplines
- Strong background in solid-state density functional theory (for CTU positions) or surface science (for UNIBA positions)
- Experience with relevant techniques and equipment (specified in job requirements)
Job Description:
Positions at Czech Technical University in Prague (CTU): PhD and postdoctoral fellows at CTU will focus on the development of quantum mechanical models based on Density Functional Theory, with access to High Performance Computing (HPC) centers. Successful candidates will contribute to the project’s goal of achieving “on-demand” control of nanoscale friction in transition metal dichalcogenides.
Positions at University of Basel (UNIBA): PhD and postdoctoral fellows at UNIBA will be involved in the preparation of 2D MoSe2, MoS2, and other transition metal dichalcogenides in an ultrahigh vacuum environment. The research includes high-resolution atomic force microscopy (AFM) analysis to investigate and control friction and dissipation processes on 2D materials and their defects.
How to Apply:
- CTU Positions: Visit this link for detailed application instructions. Applications are accepted until positions are filled.
- UNIBA Positions: Visit this link for detailed application instructions. Applications are accepted until positions are filled.
Last Date for Apply: The call is open immediately, and applications are received until positions are filled. The expected starting date is 1 January 2024, but later starts may be considered.
For CTU positions, direct all correspondence to Antonio Cammarata (cammaant@fel.cvut.cz) with email subject “[SNFS-GACR] application for XXX position,” where “XXX” is “PhD” or “postdoc” according to your application.
For UNIBA positions, direct all correspondence to Thilo Glatzel (thilo.glatzel@unibas.ch) with email subject “[SNFS-GACR] application for XXX position,” where “XXX” is “PhD” or “postdoc” according to your application.
