PhD Position in Quantum Transport with van der Waals Heterostructures

Institut Català de Nanociència i Nanotecnologia; España; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Relocation support

Job summary

Institut Català de Nanociència i Nanotecnologia (ICN2) in Spain invites applications for a First Stage Researcher (R1) position in the Physics and Engineering of Nanodevices Group led by ICREA Prof. Sergio O. Valenzuela.

The role focuses on developing quantum devices and exploring spintronics in nanoscale systems. Requirements include a Master’s degree in Physics, Materials Science, Nanoscience or related field, a solid background in solid-state physics, and hands-on experience in

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Physics, Materials Science, Nanoscience, or a closely related field.
• Solid background in solid-state physics.
• Two-dimensional materials, nanofabrication, electrical/quantum transport measurements, cryogenic techniques, spintronics or related areas; experience in Raman spectroscopy or material characterization; strong programming and data analysis skills.

Skills

Solid-state physics

Scientific programming

Raman spectroscopy

Nanofabrication

Data analysis

Two-dimensional materials

English (Excellent)

Education

Master's degree in Physics, Materials Science, Nanoscience or related field

Tools

Raman spectroscopy

Cryogenic equipment

Nanofabrication facilities

Quantum transport measurements

Job description

Organisation/Company Institut Català de Nanociència i Nanotecnologia Research Field Physics Technology » Nanotechnology Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions Master Positions Application Deadline 23 Oct 2026 - 00:00 (Europe/Madrid) Country Spain Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 37.5 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Other EU programme Reference Number PID2025-173015OB-I00 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

The Physics and Engineering of Nanodevices Group, led by ICREA Prof. Sergio O. Valenzuela, focuses on developing novel devices designed to investigate the physical properties of materials at the nanoscale. The Group’s research combines state-of-the-art lithographic and materials-processing techniques with advanced electrical, magnetic, and spectroscopic characterization. Current activities centre on quantum devices based on metals, graphene, topological insulators, and other two-dimensional and quantum materials. A major research direction is spintronics, which exploits the electron spin degree of freedom both to investigate fundamental phenomena and to develop new device concepts, with potential applications in fast, energy-efficient, non-volatile, and highly integrated electronics. This forms part of a broader effort to probe, control and exploit spin, charge, superconductivity and other quantum degrees of freedom in nanoscale devices.

• Education:Master's degree in Physics, Materials Science, Nanoscience, or a closely related field.
• Knowledge:Solid background in solid-state physics.
• Professional Experience:Previous experience in one or more of the following areas would be valued, although it is not essential:
  • Two-dimensional materials and van der Waals heterostructures.
  • Nanofabrication or cleanroom techniques.
  • Electrical, quantum-transport, or magnetotransport measurements.
  • Cryogenic experimental techniques.
  • Spintronics, magnetism, or quantum metrology.
  • Raman spectroscopy or related material-characterization techniques.
  • Scientific programming and data analysis.
• Personal Competences:
  • Strong scientific motivation.
  • Attention to detail and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Good written and spoken English.

Languages ENGLISH Level Excellent

• Salary will depend on qualifications and demonstrated experience.
• Support to the relocation issues.
• Life Insurance.

Estimated Incorporation date: As soon as possible.

Selection process

Funded by the awarded National Plan grant (PID2025-173015OB-I00).

Additional comments

Equal opportunities:

At ICN2, we foster an inclusive and safe work environment, free from any form of discrimination- whether based on gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, origin, culture, religion, disability, or any other personal or social condition. We are committed to ensuring equal treatment and opportunities in all our processes, especially in recruitment, which is based solely on talent, experience, and ability. We implement proactive policies for inclusion and harassment prevention that reinforce our commitment to respect and fairness. If you share these values and are looking to grow in an open and diverse environment, ICN2 is ready to welcome you.