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The newly established “Light-matter interactions” group at PSI invites applications for a PhD position with a focus on X-ray absorption and scattering in quantum materials. The goal is to combine model and first-principles approaches to develop new predictive tools that allow to explore band topology and exciton physics.The project is embedded into the collaborative research network NCCR MARVEL (https://nccr-marvel.ch) and offers excellent opportunities to collaborate with leading experimentalists at PSI and at the Swiss free electron laser.
The preferred starting date is fall/winter 2022. Candidates are expected to have good background in condensed matter physics or similar. Prior experience in density-functional theory, many-body methods, ultrafast dynamics, or programming skills in Fortran/C++/Python are an advantage.
The “Light-matter interactions” group lead by Michael Schüler and is part of the growing Laboratory for Materials Simulations under the directorship of Nicola Marzari. The activities of the group are split between PSI and the University of Fribourg, where the student will be enrolled. An overview of the research in the group can be found here.
PSI is located in the beautiful north of Switzerland, while the city of Fribourg with its unique architecture is located in the western part. The position comes with a competitive salary, support for travel and commute, and excellent working and living conditions.
Interested candidates should send a letter of interest/motivation and a CV to michael.schueler[at]psi.ch.