Postdoc position: Nanoscale X-ray physics

Research project:
X-rays have a unique ability to investigate samples in their natural state, such as live cells, proteins in solution or electronic devices in operation. Using state of the art optics, X-rays can now be focused to below 100 nm. This project will study the interaction of X-rays with semiconductor nanostructures.

The project will develop methods to study semiconductor nanodevices at high spatial resolution.
Possible studies include for instance X-ray detection, X-ray diffraction of operational devices, and phase transitions. The candidate will have significant freedom to influence the direction of the project, and is expected to take initiatives and drive the project quite independently.

The project will create nanostructured devices, for instance single nanowire devices, using electron beam
lithography, metal evaporation and other nanofabrication tools. The candidate will have access to the Lund Nano Lab (http://www.nano.lu.se/facilities/lund-nano-lab-(lnl)/about-lnl), which has world class facilities for nanodevice fabrication. There are also ample opportunities for collaboration with groups focused on synthesis and device fabrication in the NanoLund network.

Nanostructures will initially be characterized using electrical and optical methods. Subsequently, the devices will be investigated using nanofocused X-ray beams at the Nanomax beamline at the new MAX IV synchrotron, as well as at PETRA-III in Germany, ESRF in France and possibly other international synchrotron facilities.

Work description:
The main duty involved in a post-doctoral position is to conduct research. Teaching may also be
included, but up to no more than 20% of working hours. The position shall include the opportunity for three weeks of training in higher education teaching and learning. The postdoctoral fellow is expected to interact with the master students and the PhD students in the research group and contribute to meetings and seminars.

The candidate will have significant freedom and is expected to take initiatives and drive the project quite independently. The work will be performed in collaboration with several other researchers at the institute as well as a number of Ph.D. students and master students.

Qualification requirements:
Appointment to a post-doctoral position requires that the applicant has a PhD degree, or an international degree deemed equivalent to a PhD, within the subject of the position, completed no more than three years before the last date for application. The degree does not have to be completed at the time of application.

Other requirements:
The subject of the doctoral degree should be in physics or equivalent.
Very good oral and written proficiency in English.

Assessment criteria and other qualifications
This is a career development position primarily focused on research. The position is intended as an initial step in a career, and the assessment of applicants will primarily be based on their research qualifications and potential as researchers. Particular emphasis will be placed on research skills within the subject area.

The following shall form the primary assessment criteria:
1. A good ability to develop and conduct high quality research.
2. Teaching skills, or related experience, such as mentoring, supervision, or training in equipment use.
Additional assessment criteria are (not in order of importance):
3. Experience in synchrotron X-ray analysis
4. Experience in semiconductor fabrication techniques
5. Experience in X-ray sources, detectors, diffraction and imaging
6. Experience with novel materials such perovskites or nanowires.
7. Experience in semiconductor physics, as well as optical and electrical characterization of
semiconductors.
8. Experience in programming and data analysis


Important personal qualities are, besides creativity and a curious mind, the ability to work both
independently and in a group, and experience in scientific interaction with researchers from other
disciplines and other countries.

For more information about the main supervisor of the project, please see: http://www.nano.lu.se/jesper.wallentin

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