Three-year PhD position in Physics: “Quantum transport modeling of heat to develop nano-coolers[...]

Karlstad University; Marseille; Sur place; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

A university in France is offering a three-year PhD position in Physics focusing on quantum transport modeling to develop nano-coolers utilizing 2D TMD materials. The role involves addressing self-heating issues in semiconductor devices and working closely with partners from the University of Tokyo. Applicants should hold a Master's degree in a relevant field and possess expertise in quantum transport simulation, with a starting date aimed for September 2026. Competitive monthly salary offered.

Prestations

Salary: 2300€/month before tax

Collaboration with University of Tokyo

Qualifications

• Applicants must hold a Master in physics, material science or electrical engineering.
• Expertise in quantum transport simulation or ab initio codes would be a strong asset.

Responsabilités

• Conceive hybrid cooling devices using quantum transport codes.
• Exploit electronic and phononic transport properties.
• Work on reducing self-heating effects in semiconductor devices.

Connaissances

Expertise in quantum transport simulation

Ab initio codes

Formation

Master in physics, material science or electrical engineering

Description du poste

Three-year PhD position in Physics: “Quantum transport modeling of heat to develop nano-coolers based on 2D TMD materials”

RESEARCHER PROFILE PhD/R1: First stage Researcher

RESEARCH FIELD(S)1: Physics and Engineering

JOB /OFFER DESCRIPTION

Nanoscale miniaturization of semiconductor devices has led to major advances in opto/nanoelectronics. However, this device downscaling also brought technological issues. Among them, one of the most detrimental effects is the self‑heating due to the thermalization of hot carriers generated by high electric fields. This self‑heating effect results in significant reduction in performance and lifetimes of the devices. On the other hand, the refrigeration of the entire system is extremely power consuming.

The aim of the PhD is therefore to conceive, based on in‑house quantum transport codes, hybrid cooling devices, exploiting both electronic and phononic transport properties at the nanoscale, under electrical stimulation. The position is full‑time in the framework of the EXOTHERM project funded by the French National Research Agency (ANR).

Contract Details

• TYPE OF CONTRACT: TEMPORARY
• JOB STATUS: FULL TIME
• APPLICATION DEADLINE: 31/05/2026, 23:00
• ENVISAGED STARTING DATE: 01/09/2026
• ENVISAGED DURATION: 36 months

WHAT WE OFFER

• Salary: 2300€/month before tax
• Strong collaboration with partners at the University of Tokyo. The project is also funded by the Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST). Several stays of the PhD at UTokyo are scheduled to promote the interactions.

Additional information

The Euraxess Center of Aix‑Marseille Université informs foreign visiting professors, researchers, postdoc and PhD candidates about the administrative steps to be undertaken prior to arrival at AMU and the various practical formalities to be completed once in France: visas and entry requirements, insurance, help finding accommodation, support in opening a bank account, etc. More information on AMU EURAXESS Portal

Qualifications

Applicants must hold a Master in physics, material science or electrical engineering. Expertise in quantum transport simulation or ab initio codes would be a strong asset.

Requested Documents

CV and motivation letter

How to Apply

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