Summary
The Quantum Opto-Electronics Group (QOEG) led by Prof. Dr. Tomasz Smoleński at the Department of Physics, University of Basel, in collaboration with Prof. Martino Poggio’s group, is inviting applications for a PhD position. The project focuses on developing a novel platform for local sensing of collective spin phases in semiconducting moiré materials (SMMs) by combining optical spectroscopy with SQUID-on-tip (SOT) magnetometry.
PhD Position: Local Sensing of Collective Spin Phases, University of Basel, Switzerland
Designation
- PhD Student / Doctoral Researcher
Key Information Overview
| Field | Details |
| Institution | University of Basel |
| Department | Department of Physics |
| Research Group | Quantum Opto-Electronics Group (QOEG) |
| Location | Basel, Switzerland |
| Degree Level | PhD / Doctorate |
| Field of Study | Condensed Matter Physics / Quantum Technologies |
| Deadline | Open until filled |
Research Area
- Condensed Matter Physics & Quantum Optics
- Semiconducting Moiré Materials (SMMs)
- SQUID-on-tip (SOT) Magnetometry & Scanning Probe Techniques
- Magneto-Optical Spectroscopy
Location
- Department of Physics, University of Basel, Basel, Switzerland
Eligibility / Qualification
Key Requirements:
- Education: MSc degree (completed or expected soon) in Physics, Electrical/Optical Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
- Academic Background: Strong knowledge base in condensed matter physics and optics, backed by an excellent academic record.
- Technical Skills: Experience in data analysis and familiarity with software tools for automated measurement, data acquisition, or data processing.
- Soft Skills: Ability to work effectively in a team, strong communication skills, high motivation, independence, creativity, and research commitment.
- Language: Very good written and spoken English.
Desirable Qualifications:
- Track record of research papers or conference presentations.
- Experience in scanning probe experiments (e.g., STM, NV magnetometry, SQUID-on-tip).
- Hands-on experience in clean-room processing or working with van der Waals (vdW) materials.
Job Description
As a PhD candidate on this project, you will:
- Develop a hybrid platform integrating optical spectroscopy with SQUID-on-tip (SOT) magnetometry to locally sense collective spin phases.
- Engineer and fabricate electrically-tunable van der Waals heterostructure devices.
- Design, build, and optimize specialized experimental setups.
- Perform low-temperature magneto-optical measurements to explore and manipulate quantum spin states in moiré materials.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online via the University of Basel Application Portal.
Required Documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Publication List & Conference Presentations
- Contact Details of at least two academic referees
Last Date for Apply
- Open until filled (Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is occupied).
