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Project: Applications are invited for a 3.5-year PhD studentship within the School of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Edinburgh. The student will be part of the Institute for Condensed Matter and Complex Systems as well as the Higgs Centre for Theoretical Physics. The project consists in the simulation and theoretical modelling of magnetic materials for energy efficient processes. In particular, on advanced approaches on the electronic, and thermal properties of layered compounds and interfaces. The student will learn the fundamentals of the next generation of compounds for integration in information-platforms (i.e., hard-drives, smart phones, Tablets, etc.). The project will cover method developments and application of established techniques to challenging problems in materials technology. The student will master several concepts on the physics of magnetic materials, their importance for technology, and possible solutions to open-problems in the real-world such as clean-energy and environment friendly smart devices. The successful candidate will work closely with other PhDs and postdocs involved in similar investigations.
Qualifications and skills: Previous experience is required in some of the following
The successful candidate will develop several computational skills in terms of first-principles methods (e.g., strongly correlated systems), Monte Carlo, Landau-Lifshitz-Gilbert equation techniques, and data-driven approaches (e.g., high-throughput, databases). Both method development and utilisation of in-house codes will be undertaken during the project. Hence, the student should have a strong background in the characteristics above. Access to computational world-class facilities via ARCHER and Cirrus UK National HPC Service at EPCC funded by the University of Edinburgh and EPSRC will be available.
Experimental and theoretical collaborations: The project will be developed in collaboration with several world-class groups (experimental, theoretical) at the National University of Singapore, Max Planck Institute, University of Cambridge, and UC Berkeley.
Eligibility: Students are expected to hold a 2.1 Hons degree or above, or equivalent, in physics, chemistry or a related discipline. A Master’s degree in one of the above fields/techniques would be advantageous together with previous publications in scientific journals.
How to apply: Interested applicants should use the following link including: 1) up-to-date CV, including publication list; 2) a letter of motivation; and 3) the names and contact details of three academic referees.
Informal queries to Dr Elton Santos at [email protected]
Closing date: 3rd April 2023