Postdoctoral Position (M/F/D): The Max Planck Institute for Chemical Physics of Solids in Dresden is offering a full-time postdoctoral position in the Department of Topological Quantum Chemistry. The position focuses on discovering new topological materials and conducting photoemission experiments.
Designation: Scientist
Table:
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Chemistry, Solid State Research & Material Sciences, Particle, Plasma and Quantum Physics |
| Location | Dresden |
| Contract | An initial 24-month contract with the possibility of one-year extension |
| Salary | According to TVöD (federal government) with 39-hour working week, 30 days of holiday as well as annual bonus and social benefits (VBL) |
| Contact | Max Planck Institute for Chemical Physics of Solids, Nöthnitzer Str. 40, 01187 Dresden, Phone: +49 351 4646-0 |
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Completed university degree and PhD in the field of physics and materials science.
- Ability to work in a team and at the interdisciplinary level.
- Proficiency in spoken and written English.
- In-depth knowledge in quantum condensed matter physics, with an emphasis on band topology.
- Hands-on experience in ARPES is mandatory.
- Experience in laser light source is preferred.
Job Description:
- Discovering new topological materials (insulators, semimetals, superconductors).
- Carrying out photoemission experiments in synchrotron beamlines.
- Maintenance of the in-house ARPES system.
- Analysis and summarizing experimental results.
- Presentation of experimental discoveries in scientific journals and international conferences.
- Working in collaboration with PhD students and research technicians.
How to Apply:
Please apply with the following documents combined into one PDF document:
- Motivation letter (include experience, interests & goals; preferred start date; fellowship opportunities you have in mind; etc.)
- Curriculum Vitae (with list of publications, including hyperlink to each publication)
- Copies of the relevant degree certificates
Send the PDF to personal@cpfs.mpg.de with the subject title ‘Application postdoc ARPES’.
Last Date to Apply: August 1, 2025
