{"id":426,"date":"2024-08-26T21:28:20","date_gmt":"2024-08-26T21:28:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/yourstudyplan.com\/jobs\/?post_type=job_listing&#038;p=426"},"modified":"2024-09-26T00:34:50","modified_gmt":"2024-09-26T00:34:50","slug":"pre-doctoral-researcher-in-molecular-quantum-physics-engineering-quantum-states-in-molecular-architectures-at-cic-nanogune-spain","status":"expired","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/yourstudyplan.com\/jobs\/?post_type=job_listing&p=426","title":{"rendered":"Pre-doctoral Researcher in Molecular Quantum Physics (Engineering Quantum States in Molecular Architectures) at CiC NanoGUNE, Spain"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The Nanoscience Cooperative Research Center, CIC nanoGUNE, located in Donostia \/ San Sebastian, Basque Country (Spain), <strong>is currently looking for a PRE DOCTORAL RESEARCHER<\/strong><br \/>\nto work on Engineering Quantum States in Molecular Architectures<\/p>\n<p>NanoGUNE is a research center devoted to conducting world-class nanoscience research for a competitive growth of the Basque Country. NanoGUNE is a member of the Basque Research and Technology Alliance (BRTA) and is recognized by the Spanish Research Agency as a Mar\u00eda de Maeztu Unit of Excellence.<\/p>\n<p><strong>We offer a\u00a0PhD position\u00a0in Molecular Quantum Physics, oriented to the nanoscale investigation of quantum states of molecules using low-temperature scanning tunneling microscopy.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The research\u00a0project aim\u00a0is to synthesize molecular nanostructures that exhibit collective electronic, optical, or magnetic quantum states. This new class of materials has a strong potential for elementary quantum operations. Therefore, the project also will develop protocols for manipulating the collective modes with electrons and photons.<\/p>\n<p><strong>This project involves the following\u00a0activities:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Fabricate graphene nanostructures through steered reaction on metal surfaces, implementing protocols for creating tailored geometries using the on-surface synthesis technique.\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Employ state-of-the-art STM techniques to probe and characterize the electronic, optical, or magnetic properties at low temperatures.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Utilize advanced single-molecule spectroscopy techniques to study and manipulate their quantum states.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Process and analyze the experimental data obtained from STM and single-molecule spectroscopy measurements.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Extract relevant information about electronic excitations, spin localization, optical coupling, coherence, and other properties<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Develop theoretical models and simulations to interpret the experimental results and gain deeper insights into the underlying physics.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>The candidate will join an international and multicultural research team focusing on molecular physics, nanoscale optoelectronics, and superconductivity in low dimensions. More information can be found at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nanogune.eu\/nanoimaging\">https:\/\/www.nanogune.eu\/nanoimaging<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>The\u00a0successful candidate\u00a0is expected to <\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Hold a Master&#8217;s degree (or equivalent) in Physics, Materials Science, Nanotechnology, or a related field.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Have demonstrated background in experimental condensed matter physics, nanoscience, or a closely related discipline, and programming skills and experience with scientific software packages (e.g., MATLAB, Python) for data analysis and simulation. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Having previous experience with scanning tunneling microscopy (STM), low-temperature experimental setups, or single-molecule spectroscopy will be advantageous.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Additionally, the candidate should demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, including the ability to present research findings effectively.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We promote teamwork in a diverse and inclusive environment and welcome all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender, nationality, race, religion, or sexual orientation.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The position is expected to\u00a0start\u00a0on\u00a001\/10\/2024\u00a0in the\u00a0Quantum-Probe Microscopy\u00a0Group. 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