PhD Student: Ultrafast Melting & Diffraction Research

Faculty of Physics Warsaw University of Technology; Gliwice; On-site; PLN 47,430 - 64,170; Full time

Job summary

The Faculty of Physics at Warsaw University of Technology invites applications for a doctoral position focused on experimental condensed matter physics. The project combines state-of-the-art diffraction techniques with advanced computational methods to study ultrafast melting and solidification in metals.

You will perform time-resolved X-ray and electron diffraction experiments at large facilities (EuXFEL, SwissFEL, SLAC, SACLA) and analyze large-scale molecular dynamics data, collaborating with

Qualifications

• Diploma/Master's degree in Physics, Materials Science, or related field.
• Strong data analysis skills; Matlab or Python an asset.
• Proficiency in English, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute time-resolved X-ray/electron diffraction experiments.
• Analyze experimental and MD simulation data.
• Interpret results and compare with theoretical models of ultrafast melting/solidification.
• Work with international partners and multiple facilities (EuXFEL, SLAC, SACLA).
• Collaborate with partners in Germany, the UK, and the USA.

Skills

Data analysis

Matlab

Python

Education

Physics degree

Materials Science degree

Related research field

Job description

The Faculty of Physics at Warsaw University of Technology invites applications for a doctoral position focused on experimental condensed matter physics. The project combines state-of-the-art diffraction techniques with advanced computational methods to study ultrafast melting and solidification in metals.

You will perform time-resolved X-ray and electron diffraction experiments at large facilities (EuXFEL, SwissFEL, SLAC, SACLA) and analyze large-scale molecular dynamics data, collaborating with