Postdoctoral Researcher in Discovery of Quantum Materials

University of Zurich Department of Chemistry

Switzerland

Department of Chemistry

Postdoctoral Researcher in Discovery of Quantum Materials
80 %

The research group of Prof. Fabian von Rohr at the Department of Chemistry offers a position as postdoctoral researcher in the field of Discovery of Quantum Materials.

Your responsibilities

The successful candidate will work on the discovery of new compounds, phases, and materials, the development of improved synthesis procedures in order to access complex compounds, and the understanding of the structure-property relationship of quantum materials. During this research, the successful candidate will mainly focus on the chemical and synthetic aspects of these materials, but also be involved in physical properties measurements in collaboration with the Department of Physics at the University of Zurich, and other international collaborators.

Your profile

Applicants should hold a PhD degree (or equivalent) in solid-state chemistry or in condensed matter physics with a background in materials synthesis. Good measurement (e.g. electrical transport, magnetization, specific heat) skills and experience in crystallography are an advantage. We encourage applications from self-motivated candidates, who are eager to further improve their skills. Excellent communication skills in English (spoken and written) are required. The successful applicant should be open to move to another location within Europe together with the group.

What we offer

We offer the opportunity to work with state of the art resources to perform forefront research on an internationally competitive level. The successful candidate will be embedded in a stimulating, creative, and interdisciplinary environment.

Place of work

Prof. Fabian O. von Rohr
University of Zurich
Department of Chemistry
Winterthurerstrasse 190 (Irchel Campus)
8057 Zurich

Start of employment

The position is available as soon as possible, and applications are accepted until the position is filled. We look forward to receiving your online application including (i) a cover letter stating your motivation for this position, and (ii) a comprehensive CV including publications and presentations, and (iii) three references.
Please send your application via email as a single pdf file to Prof. Fabian von Rohr.