One postdoctoral researcher position is available from September 2015 in the CRANN
Institute (www.crann.tcd.ie) at Trinity College Dublin (Ireland). This is sponsored by
Science Foundation of Ireland (SFI) and aims at constructing a predictive, multi-scale,
theory of spin transport and spin dynamics in nanoscale devices. In particular the project
will combine electronic transport methods based on density functional theory with
micromagnetic algorithms to develop a full magnetic devices simulator. The project will
include a significant part of methodological algorithm development and will involve
collaboration with both theoretical and experimental groups, as well as with data storage
industry. The successful applicant will join a team of 2 PhD students and 1 Postdoctoral
researcher and will be hosted by the Computational Spintronics Group of Prof. Sanvito at
Trinity College Dublin (www.spincomp.eu). The position is tenable for up to 4 years.
The main theoretical tool will be density functional theory combined with the nonequilibrium
Green’s function method for transport and most of the development will be
done within the Smeagol code (www.smeagol.tcd.ie). Smeagol will be interfaced with a
micromagnetic simulator so that the magnetic response of a device to an electrical current
will be modeled entirely from first principles.
Essential/Desirable Criteria
Strong overall motivation and a keen interest in theory and computation, as well as in
interdisciplinary work between physics and materials science. Previous experience in
UNIX/Linux environment and with programming in either Fortran and/or C/C++ is
essential. Ability to work independently and also function as an active and efficient team
player. Excellent writing skills. Previous knowledge of density functional theory and/r
micromagnetic methods will be considered as an advantage.
How to apply?
Applications must include a cover letter detailing how you meet the selection criteria for
the post, together with a CV and the name and contact details of referees (e-mail
address). Informal enquiring and applications should be sent to:
Prof. S. Sanvito (Trinity College Dublin, [email protected])