Researcher in ion beam-based physics - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

The research conducted at the Department of Physics and Astronomy encompasses a wide range of physics topics, distributed over ten divisions. The department is located in the Ångström laboratory and employs nearly 400 people, 125 of whom are doctoral students. It offers a broad physics curriculum to undergraduate and graduate students, participation in nationally and internationally leading projects for researchers, and opportunities for partnership with industry and various outreach activities.

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Uppsala University invites applications for a researcher position in ion beam based physics, to work within in-situ characterization of ultra-thin film systems of relevance for electronics and sensors, in particular, silicides, germanides and transition metal oxides. Changes in properties of relevance for the performance of the materials such as crystallinity and chemical composition are to be studied while the system is exposed to various different conditions such as thermal annealing. The researcher is expected to work mainly with the recently constructed implanter-based TOF-MEIS (Time-of-Flight Medium Energy Ion Scattering) system, featuring a novel non-destructive approach for depth profiling ultra-thin films. The project will focus on deposition of ultra-thin films, thin film characterization, method development in ion-scattering and development of data analysis methods but also has aspects within fundamental ion-solid interaction.

The successful applicant will also have access to the other ion beam facilities of the group, in particular the 5 MV tandem accelerator, the ion implantation facilities as well as a system for low-energy ion scattering and is expected to also participate in interdisciplinary materials research investigations also using MeV ion beams.

(Co-)supervision of student projects can be part of the working duties.

Requirements: The holder of a position as researcher must have a PhD degree in Physics or equivalent. Well-documented research experience using ion beams for material research, fundamental studies or materials modifications is expected. A good fundamental understanding of ion-solid interaction is required. Experience in thin film technology is considered to be of advantage.

Uppsala University strives to be an inclusive workplace that promotes equal opportunities and attracts qualified candidates who can contribute to the University’s excellence and diversity. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people of all backgrounds.

Sweden has a generous welfare system that includes paid parental leave, affordable daycare and medical care.

The application should contain a letter describing the applicant and her/his qualifications and research interests. It should contain a CV, copies of relevant degrees, contact information for at least two reference persons, and a full publication list. 

Salary: Individual salary.

Starting date: 03-02-2020 or as otherwise agreed.

Type of employment: Temporary position ending after 12 months. 

Scope of employment: 100 %

For further information about the position please contact: Daniel Primetzhofer Senior lecturer at Department of Physics and Astronomy, applied nuclear physics. Phone: 018-471 3040 e-mail: daniel.primetzhofer@physics.uu.se

Please submit your application by 7 January 2020, UFV-PA 2019/4312.

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