PhD student position in Graphene

The Department of Microtechnology and Nanoscience (MC2) focuses on research, innovation and education within the fields of future electronics, photonics, bio- and nanosystems. A close collaboration with Swedish and international partners within academy, industry and society enables scientific excellence and creates an innovative environment. In addition to the 200 researchers and PhD students, MC2 houses a cleanroom for micro- and nanofabrication with the latest equipment.

Information about the division
The Quantum Device Physics Laboratory (QDP) at the department of Microtechnology and Nanoscience conducts research which extends over a variety of different topics. QDP is therefore divided into three sub groups: Experimental Mesoscopic Physics (EMP), Quantum Devices & Oxide Electronics (QuOx) and the Bolometer Group.  Altogether, the QDP lab focuses on studying nano electronic components beyond classical electrodynamics, and explores possibilities to make quantum mechanical effects useful in practical devices.

You will conduct experimental research on quantum transport in epitaxial graphene (nano) electronic devices, with special focus on quantum metrology applications. The PhD position will be shared by Department of Microtechnology and Nanoscience at Chalmers University of Technology and SP Technical Research Institute of Sweden.

Major responsibilities
This PhD project entails design, fabrication and characterization of epitaxial graphene nano devices at Chalmers University of technology and validation tests in metrological facilities of SP Technical Research Institute of Sweden. You will work at both Chalmers and at SP in Borås. Therefore it is important that you are flexible and have the availability to shuttle between the two laboratories. You will be participating in European collaborative research projects and some travel to project meetings in Europe can be expected. The project has three ambitious goals:

1) development of quantum Hall arrays for quantum resistance standard,
2) development of current pumps and
3) graphene nanoribbons for nanoelectronics.

The successful candidate will be involved in these 3 research lines building upon the group’s current experience.

Position summary
The position is a full-time temporary employment, with a competitive monthly salary and full social benefits, limited to a maximum of four years plus teaching and other departmental duties.

Qualifications
The applicant must hold a MSc degree or equivalent (e.g. civilingenjör), with strong background in Physics and Engineering.

Applicants should have:
• Performed high-quality research in the area of nanoelectronics
• Experience in nanofabrication of electronic devices (cleanroom environment)
• Experience in low-level electronic measurements at cryogenic temperatures
• Strong inner driving force and capabilities for independent work
• Excellent collaboration skills in a research team
• Potential to reach excellence in the research field
• Fluent in English, both oral and written skills
• Swedish skills or an intention to learn Swedish

Chalmers continuously strives to be an attractive employer. Equality and diversity are substantial foundations in all activities at Chalmers.

Application procedure
The application should be marked with Ref 20150109 and written in English. The application should be sent electronically via CHalmers webpage.


Application deadline: April 17, 2015

For questions, please contact:
Sergey Kubatkin,
sergey.kubatkin@chalmers.se,
+46 730-290824

Samuel Lara,
samuel.lara@chalmers.se,
+46 735-218068

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