PhD student position in quantum thermodynamics / quantum transport

Information about the research
Quantum transport in nanostructures is a topic with a strong focus at Chalmers, involving several departments and research groups in theoretical as well as experimental physics. The theoretical physics group, in which the position is offered, is part of the Applied Quantum Physics Laboratory at the Department of Microtechnology and Nanoscience and is to a large extend financed within the Wallenberg Academy Fellows program and by the Swedish VR. We are working on charge and heat transport in interacting, nonequilibrium nanostructures, focusing on the thermodynamic properties of these systems, but also on their response to time-dependent driving, which can be caused, e.g., by repeated switching or high-frequency irradiation. Our current efforts are directed to the analysis of nonequilibrium aspects of nanoscale systems, in particular in hybrid setups, where electronic, photonic, and optical degrees of freedom are coupled to each other. This is of interest both for a detailed analysis of quantum transport properties, but also for the operation of nanoscale non-equilibrium thermodynamic machines.

The PhD position is offered in this research framework. The project will be carried out in close collaboration with theoretical and experimental groups working in the field.

Major responsibilities
Your major responsibility as a PhD student is to perform research in a research group, while getting familiar with different theoretical approaches. You are equally expected to develop competence in communicating your results in written and oral presentations. The position may at a later stage also include supervising master's students to a certain extent. Another important aspect involves collaboration within academia and with society at large. The position is a stepping stone for future research duties within academia as well as in industry or the public sector.

Position summary
Full-time temporary employment. The position is expected to be installed for four years.

Qualifications
To qualify for the PhD position, you must have a master's level degree in physics; the degree should generally not be older than two years. We wish you to demonstrate good potential within research.

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Application procedure
The application should be marked with Ref 20190682 and written in English. The application should be sent electronically and be attached as pdf-files, as below:

CV: (Please name the document: CV, Family name, Ref. number)
• CV
• Other, for example previous employments or leadership qualifications and positions of trust.
• Please indicate 1-2 persons who can provide reference letters.

Personal letter: (Please name the document as: Personal letter, Family name, Ref. number)
1-3 pages where you:
• Introduce yourself.
• Describe your previous research fields and main research results.
• Describe your future goals and future research focus.

Other documents:
• Copies of bachelor and/or master’s thesis.
• Attested copies and transcripts of completed education, grades and other certificates, eg. TOEFL test results.

Please use the button at the foot of the page to reach the application form. The files may be compressed (zipped).

Application deadline: 28 February, 2020

For questions, please contact:
Professor Janine Splettstößer, MC2
Email: janines@chalmers.se
Phone: +46 31 7723111

About the department
The Departments of Microtechnology and Nanoscience (MC2) and of Applied Physics focus 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 200 researchers and PhD students, MC2 houses a cleanroom for micro- and nanofabrication.

*** Chalmers declines to consider all offers of further announcement publishing or other types of support for the recruiting process in connection with this position. *** 
   



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