Postdoc: Nanoscale Dynamics in Ultrafast Phase Transitions

Aarhus University; Aarhus; On-site; DKK 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Aarhus University in Aarhus invites applications for a 2-year full-time postdoc position in the project “Probing nanoscale heterogeneity in ultrafast phase transitions”. The work combines soft X-ray imaging at XFELs with time-resolved nonlinear optics in the laboratory.

The successful candidate will lead XFEL and synchrotron experiments, prepare samples, and drive nonlinear optics experiments. Start 1 April 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Qualifications

• PhD degree in Physics, Chemistry or a related field.
• Experience with ultrafast lasers and/or X-rays and/or quantum materials.

Responsibilities

• Lead XFEL and synchrotron experiments in soft X-ray imaging.
• Prepare and characterise samples.
• Lead experiments in nonlinear optics in the laboratory.

Skills

Ultrafast lasers/X-rays experience

Education

PhD in Physics/Chemistry or related

Job description

Aarhus University in Aarhus invites applications for a 2-year full-time postdoc position in the project “Probing nanoscale heterogeneity in ultrafast phase transitions”. The work combines soft X-ray imaging at XFELs with time-resolved nonlinear optics in the laboratory.

The successful candidate will lead XFEL and synchrotron experiments, prepare samples, and drive nonlinear optics experiments. Start 1 April 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter.