The call is open for PhD. position in materials engineering. The selected candidate will be involved in theoretical atomic-scale DFT modelling of metal oxides and halides. The project focuses on prediction of novel materials for electronic applications and will be carried out in cooperation with parallel experimental research groups that focus on synthesis of novel materials by physical and chemical means. The PhD student will join a young research team lead by dr hab. Mariana Derzsi that is part of recently created Advanced Technologies Research Institute http://atri.mtf.stuba.sk/ .  

We offer 4-years long PhD studies with initial monthly salary 700 eur (+ additional bonus according to performance), services of the University campus including housing, dining, sport facilities, and assistance with agenda related to new place of work&education. The host Institute will provide full support in the candidate’s professional growth and formation of own research directions.

A suitable candidate should have: 
- master degree from physics, chemistry or related field, 
- basic knowledge of molecular and crystal structures
- knowledge of ab initio (DFT) methods is much welcomed,
- basic programming skills,
- he/she should be a team player, capable to work also independently, English speaking/writing skills.

How to apply: The candidates are kindly ask to send: their CV, master diploma with list of taken courses and obtained marks, and short motivation letter to the leader of the research group: [email protected] . We will be happy to provide any additional information on request.

Deadline for application: May 31th, 2019

Starting date: mid September 2019