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PhD position at University Duisburg-Essen: Elect ... (No replies)

rpentcheva
8 years ago
rpentcheva 8 years ago

A PhD position is available at the U Duisburg Essen in the area of first principles modelling of electronic and lattice excitations, following an optical or elastic stimulus. The project will focus on the coupling of lattice and electronic degrees of freedom and the role of dimensionality by addressing bulk and interface-dominated oxide-based systems. The research will be carried out using state-of-the-art material-specific first-principles calculations beyond standard density functional theory (DFT) on various computer platforms including high-performance supercomputers and will involve intensive collaborations with experimental groups within collaborative research program SFB1242. For more information see also: https://www.uni-due.de/sfb1242/openpositions.php#C2.

We invite applications from highly qualified and motivated individuals with Master of Science degree in physics, materials science or chemistry with MSc thesis work in the area of condensed matter theory and first-principles-based computational materials science. Prior experience with density functional theory methods is desirable, experience with time-dependent DFT, many body techniques such as GW or DMFT and computer programming skills will be an advantage. Further requirements include good written and oral communication skills in English, ability to work independently and to cooperate with both theoretical and experimental partners.

The Faculty of Physics of the U Duisburg Essen has a strong tradition in condensed matter theory and experiment, magnetism and surface science. The campus is located in a green residential area of Duisburg, North Rhine Westfalia, in proximity to further big cities, e.g. Düsseldorf, Essen and Cologne.

Please send your application (including a one-page cover letter addressing your research interests and motivation, curriculum vitae, copies of Master/BSc certificates and contact information of two references) to Prof. Dr. Rossitza Pentcheva ([email protected]). Evaluation of candidates will start immediately and continue until the position is filled.




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Ab initio (from electronic structure) calculation of complex processes in materials