The section for Computational Atomic-scale Materials Design (CAMD) at the Department of Physics is seeking an outstanding candidate for a position as PhD student.  The main focus of CAMD is developing and applying modern simulation methods and machine learning methods within the field of solid-state physics and atomic-scale materials physics.

The student will be part of a research project in collaboration between DTU Physics and DTU Nanolab on developing deep learning methods for automated and quantitative analysis of atomic-resolution electron microscopy images, with a particular focus on applying these methods to analyse and model interactions between the electron beam and the sample.

Responsibilities and tasks

You will be responsible for developing methods for modelling electron-sample interactions with a focus on damage and dynamic effects induced by the high-energy electron beam interacting with the sample in a modern electron microscope.  You will also be analysing experimental data with machine learning models and contribute to the development of these machine learning models.  You will be part of a group focussing on developing machine learning models to push the boundaries for what is possible to achieve with modern electron microscopy, in particular with respect to real-time data analysis and minimisation of beam effects and beam artefacts. The methods will have general applicability but will in particular be applied to catalytically active nanoparticles and two-dimensional materials.

You will be employed in the CAMD group consisting of four faculty members and 20 PhD students and postdocs.  You will be collaborating with the experimental scientists in DTU Nanolab, a leading laboratory for electron microscopy.

During your employment as a PhD student, you will acquire expert skills in

• Modern atomic-scale simulation methods, including Density Functional Theory.
• State-of-the-art machine learning algorithms, in particular deep learning and convolutional neural networks.
• Development of scientific software.
• Applications of these methods to Transmission Electron Microscopy and catalytic materials.

If this sounds interesting, you may be our new PhD student! 

Qualifications
Candidates should have a two-year master's degree in Physics (120 ECTS points) or a similar degree with an academic level equivalent to a two-year master's degree. 

The candidate should have a good knowledge of solid-state physics.  Experience with machine learning and/or computational physics is an advantage, but not a requirement, as is programming experience (Python, C, C++ or similar).  The candidate has obtained excellent grades in his/her Bachelor and Master educations and has good communication skills in both spoken and written English. 

Approval and Enrolment

The scholarship for the PhD degree is subject to academic approval, and the candidate will be enrolled in one of the general degree programmes at DTU. For information about our enrolment requirements and the general planning of the PhD study programme, please see the DTU PhD Guide.

Assessment

The assessment of the applications will be made by Professor Jakob Schiøtz, DTU Physics. 

We offer
DTU is a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of its research, education, innovation and scientific advice. We offer a rewarding and challenging job in an international environment. We strive for academic excellence in an environment characterized by collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility.

Salary and appointment terms

The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union. The period of employment is 3 years.  The position is available immediately and should start no later than September 2020.

The position, which involves a limited teaching obligation, includes salary and travel grants covering the three years it takes to obtain a PhD degree at a Danish university. Salary level is approximately 50.000 Euro/year incl. pension.

You can read more about career paths at DTU here.

Further information

Further information may be obtained from professor Jakob Schiøtz, tel.: +45 5153 7757, email: [email protected] .

You can read more about the department of Physics and the section for Computational Atomic-scale Materials Design (CAMD) at http://www.fysik.dtu.dk . 

Application

Please submit your online application no later than 30. April 2020 (local time). Apply online at http://www.career.dtu.dk. 

Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply online", fill out the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file. The file must include:

• A letter motivating the application (cover letter)
• Curriculum vitae
• Grade transcripts and BSc/MSc diploma
• Excel sheet with translation of grades to the Danish grading system (see guidelines and Excel spreadsheet here)

Candidates may apply prior to ob­tai­ning their master's degree but cannot begin before having received it.

Applications and enclosures received after the deadline will not be considered.All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, disability, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.

DTU Physics
At DTU Physics, we carry out cutting-edge research in modern physics, with particular focus on four main areas: quantum technology, sustainable energy, materials, and biophysics. Our focus is both to acquire greater knowledge about basic scientific problems and to conduct research oriented towards use in societies and companies.

Technology for people
DTU develops technology for people. With our international elite research and study programmes, we are helping to create a better world and to solve the global challenges formulated in the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU in 1829 with a clear vision to develop and create value using science and engineering to benefit society. That vision lives on today. DTU has 11,500 students and 6,000 employees. We work in an international atmosphere and have an inclusive, evolving, and informal working environment. Our main campus is in Kgs. Lyngby north of Copenhagen and we have campuses in Roskilde and Ballerup and in Sisimiut in Greenland.

Please follow this link for apply: https://www.fysik.dtu.dk/english/about-dtu-physics/vacancies/job?id=968bf34e-5056-4ec0-89b6-53a3409158a4