Predoctoral contract

Autonomous University of Madrid (Universidad Autónoma de Madrid); España; On-site; EUR 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Autonomous University of Madrid (Universidad Autónoma de Madrid) seeks a First Stage Researcher in the Condensed Matter Physics department in Spain. The role involves preparing single-layer flakes of layered materials, conducting AFM measurements, and performing optical characterization including Raman and photoluminescence spectroscopy.

Candidates must have hands-on AFM, Raman and PL spectroscopy experience and data analysis skills; English proficiency is required.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with atomic force microscopy, Raman and photoluminescence spectroscopy.
• Preparation of single-layer flakes of layered materials.
• Data analysis and optical characterization.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of single-layer (atomically thin) flakes of layered materials.
• Atomic force microscopy measurements in friction and conductive modes.
• Optical characterization, including Raman and photoluminescence spectroscopy.
• Data analysis.

Skills

Atomic force microscopy

Raman spectroscopy

Photoluminescence spectroscopy

Data analysis

Job description

Organisation/Company Autonomous University of Madrid (Universidad Autónoma de Madrid) Department Condensed Matter Physics department, Science Faculty Research Field Physics Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions PhD Positions Application Deadline 30 Nov 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Madrid) Country Spain Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 37,5 Offer Starting Date 1 Jan 2027 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

DUTIES:

Preparation of single-layer (atomically thin) flakes of layered materials

Atomic force microscopy measurements in friction (lateral force) and conductive modes

Optical characterization, including Raman and photoluminescence spectroscopy

Data analysis

ASSESSED EXPERIENCE:

Hands-on experience with atomic force microscopy, Raman and photoluminescence spectroscopy, and the preparation of single-layer flakes.

Languages ENGLISH Level Good

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