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Information about the project
The research will primarily focus on the thermal magnetization dynamics of building blocks and extended lattices of magnetic metamaterials. The goal is to create a better understanding of the relevant transitions, mesoscale physics and emergence phenomena in these systems. The work involves both experimental and theoretical aspects. The infrastructure for fabrication and characterization of the materials are available within the group, while the patterning will be performed at dedicated infrastructures such as Myfab (www.myfab.se/default.aspx). A computer cluster and dedicated software is available for most of the required calculations.

The work will be performed at the Division of Materials Physics of the Department of Physics and Astronomy, Uppsala University. Please see www.physics.uu.se/research/materials-physics+/ for more information about the research conducted within the research program.

Duties
You will lead efforts on simulations and experimental work concerning characterization of thermal magnetization dynamics in magnetic metamaterials. This includes e.g.  the use of magnetic microscopy, advanced nanolithography and magneto-optical characterization.

Your major responsibility as scientist is to perform research within the line of the project. The work includes supervision of Master and/or PhD students. Another important aspect involves collaboration within academia and with society at large.

Employment Period
The period of employment is 2 years.

Prerequisites
We search for a candidate with a PhD degree in experimental/applied physics. We require also that the applicant has previous post-doctoral experience within a combination of relevant subject. A background directly related to the project (nano-magnetism, micro-magnetic simulations) is required, together with excellent skills in data analysis. Good communication skills in English and Swedish are also presumed.

The application
Should contain a letter describing the applicant and her/his qualifications and research interests. It should also contain a CV, copies of relevant degrees, contact information for at least two reference persons, and a full publication list. Personal circumstances that may be of relevance in the evaluation, for example periods of parental leave, should be mentioned in the CV.

About the employment
The employment is a temporary position, 24 months. Scope of employment 100 %. Starting date 2022-03-14 or as agreed. Placement: Uppsala.

Information is given by: Vassilios Kapaklis, vassilios.kapaklis@physics.uu.se (+46 18 471 3522) and Björgvin Hjörvarsson, bjorgvin.hjorvarsson@physics.uu.se (+46 18 471 3837).

Please submit your application by 11 March 2022, UFV-PA 2022/586.

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