Postdoctoral Research Associate (Wissenschaftliche*r Mitarbeiter*in, salary level E 13 TV-L, 100%)

University of Münster seeks to hire a researcher for the Nanoelectronics Research Group (Prof. Wurstbauer) in the Institute of Physics, Faculty of Physics. The position is full-time, fixed-term for three years, with a teaching requirement of 4 hours per week during the semester. It is partially funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG) for the project “Coherent Many-body phenomena in degenerate exciton ensembles in van der Waals heterostructures (Koh-E3).”

Responsibilities:

• Work towards a Habilitation.
• Experimentally investigate quantum phases of dense exciton ensembles in van der Waals heterostructures such as MoSe₂/WSe₂ bilayers.
• Perform optical spectroscopies, including photoluminescence, reflectance, and resonant inelastic light scattering at cryogenic temperatures with external stimuli (electric, magnetic fields, strain).
• Investigate ferroelectric compounds and quantum materials with unconventional magnetism.
• Analyze and model data.
• Coordinate with collaborators and disseminate results via publications, workshops, and reports.
• Support Prof. Wurstbauer’s research group.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree and PhD in physics.
• Extensive experience with optical and electronic experiments in cryogenic environments (<10K).
• Expertise in low-frequency Raman spectroscopy and related techniques under external stimuli.
• Long-standing experience with layered quantum materials, magnetic, and ferroelectric compounds.
• Knowledge of additional experimental techniques for studying unconventional magnetism is a plus.
• Proficiency in data analysis and measurement automation using Origin and Python.
• Experience with collaborative research projects and supervising students is desirable.
• Critical thinking, self-motivation, independence, teamwork, and strong technical skills are required.
• Proficiency in English; knowledge of German is a plus.

Benefits:

• Values of appreciation, openness, and respect.
• Flexible work-time models, including options for remote work.
• Support for work-life balance through the Family Service Office.
• Benefits for public servants, including pension scheme, end-of-year bonus, and economic stability.

The University promotes diversity and equal opportunity, welcoming applicants regardless of background. Family-friendly conditions and part-time options are available. Women are actively encouraged to apply and will be given preference if qualifications are equivalent.

Interested candidates should submit their application by 20 June 2025. Applications must include a research statement, CV with publications, and contact details of two referees. Please note that only certain file formats are accepted.