Postdoctoral Appointee - Condensed Matter Research
- Argonne National Laboratory
- Location: Lemont, IL
- Job Number: 7115408 (Ref #: 414385)
- Posting Date: Nov 3, 2022
- Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Job Description
We invite applications for a Postdoctoral Appointment in Condensed Matter Research in the Materials Science Division (MSD) at Argonne National Laboratory. The position is related to research aimed at developing and implementing cryogenic scanning probe and X-ray coherent imaging techniques, particularly magnetic force microscopy and coherent nanodiffraction for the study of topological materials and spin-ice structures. The primary research focus will be on the investigation and identification of topological surface states in superconducting, semiconducting and proximity-coupled systems.
Position Requirements
The ideal candidate will have a PhD in Physics or related field with 0 to 3 years of experience or equivalent
Extensive experimental experience in designing and implementing cryogenic scanning probe techniques
Familiarity with X-ray diffraction and crystallography and a strong experimental/theoretical background in condensed matter physics, particularly superconductivity and topological states of matter
Additional skills in nanofabrication, small-signal recovery and basic programing skills (MATLAB, Python, LabView) are desirable
Good written and oral communication skills are a prerequisite
The candidate is expected to think and work independently and conduct research in a highly interdisciplinary environment of chemist, physicist and materials scientists
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