Research Associate/ Fellow in experimental condensed matter physics (fixed term)

University of Nottingham; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Nottingham is seeking a Research Associate/Fellow in experimental condensed matter physics. This full-time position involves leading the assembly of a new growth system and collaborating on research projects. Applicants should have a relevant Ph.D. and experience with ultrahigh vacuum equipment.

Qualifications

• Experience in ultrahigh vacuum components required.
• Ph.D. in related subject area or close to completion.

Responsibilities

• Lead the assembly and commissioning of a new growth system.
• Develop collaborative projects and relationships with partners.

Skills

Ultrahigh vacuum components

Experimental research

Education

Ph.D. in condensed matter experimental physics

Job description

Research Associate/ Fellow in experimental condensed matter physics (fixed term)

Area
Physics & Astronomy

Location
University Park

Salary
£31,637 to £46,735per annum, depending on skills and experience (minimum £35,116 with relevant PhD). Salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance.

Closing Date
Thursday 29 May 2025

Reference
SCI141225

We seek to recruit a research associate/fellow to a postdoctoral position to work on the assembly and commissioning of a new oxide molecular beam epitaxy growth system, with attached Angle Resolved PhotoEmission Spectroscopy (ARPES)instrument. The successful candidate will work with Prof Peter Wadley, Dr Richard Campion, and Dr Kevin Edmonds within the Spintronics Group in the School of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Nottingham.

The post will involve taking a leading role in the assembly and commissioning of the new growth system and starting the growth and development of new oxide altermagnets magnets. It will also include building relationships with both internal and external collaborators in order to exchange information, develop collaborative projects and identify potential opportunities for future collaboration.

We are looking for applicants with experience dealing with ultrahigh vacuum components and equipment. You will need to have, or be close to completion of, a Ph.D. in condensed matter experimental physics or a closely related subject area, and have an experimental research track record in altermagnetism.

The post is offered on a full-time (36.25 hours per week) fixed-term contract until 1st June 2026.

As part of our commitment to improving equality, diversity and inclusion within the school, shortlisted candidates will be given the opportunity to talk to a member of staff representing women, racially minoritized people, LGBTQIA+ or disabilities communities. This will be separate to the assessment process and will play no role in the decision to appoint.

Please note that there are no interview expenses available.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Kevin Edmonds, [e-mail] . Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

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