Postdoctoral Appointment – Dynamics of Quantum Materials

The Center for Nanoscale Materials (CNM) at Argonne National Laboratory is seeking a postdoctoral researcher that will focus on experimental efforts on the topic of “time-resolved spectroscopy of quantum materials”. Interviews will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

The successful candidate will become part of a highly vibrant team and actively interact with staff scientists and other students across theory, fabrication, and other characterization groups. The candidate should have a background in experimental physics or physical chemistry.

This position is funded and renewable for up to a total of three years.

Position Requirements

• Ph.D. degree level with 0 to 3 years of experience or equivalent

• Experience in time-resolved spectroscopy such as transient absorption, nonlinear optics, or terahertz methods

• Experience with experimental measurements on either semiconductors, superconductors, or semi-metals

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing such as demonstrated by first-author publication

Preferred:

• Experience with cryogenic methods

• Experience with advanced experimental methods

• Knowledge regarding quantum materials research efforts or condensed matter

The position is available with a starting date no later than August 1, 2022. U.S. citizenship or permanent residency is not required. Interested candidates can send a curriculum vitae to Dr. Richard Schaller (schaller@anl.gov)

Job Family

Postdoctoral Family

Job Profile

Postdoctoral Appointee

Worker Type

Long-Term (Fixed Term)

Time Type

Full time

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