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POST-DOCTORAL RESEARCH POSITION IN “ELECTRONIC PROPERTIES AT THE NANOSCALE” GROUP

Location: Centro de Física de Materiales, Donostia / San Sebastián

The “Electronic Properties at the Nanoscale” Group at Materials Physics Center (CFM) invites applications for a one-year postdoctoral research position (renewable contract for one more year), commencing after November 2023. Join our team and collaborate with Senior Researcher Andrés Ayuela to explore the fascinating world of electronic properties at the nanoscale.

Position Overview:

  • Research Group: Electronic Properties at the Nanoscale

  • Duration: 1(+1) year

  • Start Date: After November 2023

  • Supervisor: Senior Researcher Andrés Ayuela

Research Focus:

The "Electronic Properties at the Nanoscale" Group at the Materials Physics Center is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to delve into the realm of cohesion and diffusion of ions into polymers and calcium silicates involved in cement research. Our primary goal is to characterize these materials to avoid chemical attack in marine environments, as described in the European project NATURSEA-PV (https://www.natursea-pv.eu/).

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct research in cohesion and interactions with a focus on the description of ions in materials.

  • Investigate the structural and electronic properties of materials at the nanoscale.

  • Collaborate with Senior Researcher Andrés Ayuela and contribute to ongoing projects.

Qualifications:

  • Doctorate in Physics or Physical Chemistry, preferably in Condensed Matter.

  • Expertise in magnetism and proficiency in density functional theory methods like plane waves (VASP), SIESTA or similar techniques are highly desirable.

Remuneration:

The selected candidate will be employed by the CSIC and will receive an annual salary of €40,701.86 before taxes.

Application Process:

Interested candidates are invited to apply for this position by sending the following documents via email to [email protected] with the subject label "Postdoc NATURSEA - Dr. Andrés Ayuela" before November 20, 2023:

  • An updated Curriculum Vitae, including a list of publications (50%).

  • A presentation letter with a declaration of interest (10%).

  • Two reference letters and contact emails of two potential referees (20%).

The assessment of your suitability for the job is also being taken into account (20%).

Inquiries:

For general inquiries or questions related to this position, please contact us at [email protected] with the subject label "Postdoc NATURSEA - Dr. Andrés Ayuela." Join our team and contribute to cutting-edge research in the exciting field of nanoscale electronic properties. We look forward to receiving your applications.

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