Postdoc: Topology Meets Magnetism in Sn-Fe Thin Films

Jerzy Haber Institute of Catalysis and Surface Chemistry, Polish Academy of Sciences; Polska; On-site; PLN 106,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HR Excellence in Research Award

Job summary

Jerzy Haber Institute of Catalysis and Surface Chemistry, Polish Academy of Sciences in Krakow, Poland, invites applications for a postdoctoral position in the Surface Nanostructures group. The project focuses on topology meets magnetism in Sn-containing intermetallics, with responsibilities including thin-film growth by MBE and comprehensive structural, magnetic, and electronic characterization.

Applicants should have PhD in a relevant field, strong background in surface science, and experience

Qualifications

• Documented experience in research using ultra-high vacuum methods in surface science, or experience in ab initio calculations of electronic properties, evidenced by publications.
• Experience in LEEM, ARPES, MOKE, or STM (5 points)
• Experience in ab initio calculations of electronic properties (5 points)
• International activities, internships, and experience gained at synchrotron facilities (5 points)

Responsibilities

• Prepare thin-film samples of Fe-Sn by molecular beam epitaxy under ultra-high vacuum conditions.
• Characterize structural, magnetic, or electronic properties using LEEM, STM, or MOKE.
• Possibly perform ab initio calculations of electronic structure.
• Prepare results for conference presentations and publications.

Skills

English (Good)

Surface science knowledge

Ab initio calculations

Education

PhD in Physics or Chemistry

Tools

LEEM

ARPES

MOKE

STM

Job description

Jerzy Haber Institute of Catalysis and Surface Chemistry, Polish Academy of Sciences in Krakow, Poland, invites applications for a postdoctoral position in the Surface Nanostructures group. The project focuses on topology meets magnetism in Sn-containing intermetallics, with responsibilities including thin-film growth by MBE and comprehensive structural, magnetic, and electronic characterization.

Applicants should have PhD in a relevant field, strong background in surface science, and experience