PhD scholarship: Surface studies on chiral nanoclusters

Karlstad University; Louvain; Sur place; EUR 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A research university in Belgium is offering a PhD scholarship in Surface Studies on Chiral Nanoclusters. The candidate will engage in a multidisciplinary project, focusing on the self-organisation of chiral nanoclusters using advanced microscopy techniques. Candidates should have a Master's degree in relevant fields and a strong motivation for research. A stimulating work environment and training opportunities are provided.

Prestations

Stimulating work environment

Unique training programme

Opportunities for short research stays

Qualifications

• Motivated researcher with a Master's in physics, chemistry, nanotechnology, or related fields.
• Knowledge of scanning tunneling microscopy, molecular networks, surface science, or optics.
• Excellent results in prior studies.

Responsabilités

• Study the self-organisation of chiral monolayer-protected metal nanoclusters.
• Use techniques such as Langmuir-Blodgett, atomic force microscopy, and scanning tunneling microscopy.

Connaissances

Strong motivation for research in nanomaterials

Fluency in English

Team player with networking skills

Creativity

Persistence

Passion for research

Formation

Master's in physics, chemistry, nanotechnology, or related fields

Outils

Scanning tunneling microscopy

Description du poste

PhD scholarship: Surface studies on chiral nanoclusters

KU Leuven is an autonomous university. It was founded in 1425 and has grown within the Catholic tradition.

Quantum Solid-state Physics (QSP) is a research unit of the Department of Physics and Astronomy, specializing in experimental research of solid-state systems, focusing on quantum phenomena at the atomic and microscopic scale.

Project

QSP is seeking a doctoral researcher for the CHIRALNANOMAT Doctoral Network (MSCA – Horizon Europe), a multi-disciplinary project between 7 laboratories and 6 companies in 7 European countries. The project aims to produce chiral atomically precise metal nanoclusters, characterize their chiral properties, and develop new computational tools.

The Doctoral Candidate will study the self-organisation of chiral monolayer-protected metal nanoclusters on inert surfaces, using techniques such as Langmuir-Blodgett, atomic force microscopy, and scanning tunnelling microscopy.

Profile

The ideal candidate is a motivated researcher with a Master's in physics, chemistry, nanotechnology, or related fields, and knowledge of scanning tunneling microscopy, molecular networks, surface science, or optics.

• Strong motivation for research in nanomaterials, theoretical chemistry/physics, catalysis, biomedicine, and spectroscopy
• Excellent results in prior studies and fluency in English
• Team player with networking skills, creativity, persistence, and passion for research

Offer

We offer a stimulating work environment, a unique training programme, and opportunities for short research stays at partner institutions.

Applicants should submit a motivation letter, recommendation letter, and CV, including information on university degrees and optional additional reference contacts.

KU Leuven strives for an inclusive and respectful environment, embracing diversity and recognizing the consequences of historical inequalities.