We seek highly motivated students holding a degree in Physics /Chemistry to fill a PhD position focused towards Surface Science and Materials Science.
PhD project: ‘EMERGENT QUANTUM PHENOMENA IN 2D-ORGANIC SYSTEMS’
The general objective consists in demonstrating the quantum efficiency of Organic Nano-Architectures (ONA) on 2D insulating substrates and their enhancement compared to their metal-hybridized case. The PhD student will develop methods that improve quantum coherence of ONAs with control at the atomic scale giving rise to true quantum behaviour in molecular systems. The preparation and characterization to be employed are scanning microscopies and photoemission spectroscopies in a UHV environment. The host group combines world-class surface science methods (available at Laboratorio de Microscopias Avanzadas) with large experience at synchrotron facilities. INMA is located in Zaragoza (population 800,000) a lively University city with flight and train connections to all major destinations.
Requirements: You should hold a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Physics, Materials Science, Nanotechnology, or a related field. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. We greatly appreciate previous experience with UHV techniques, scanning probe methods (STM-AFM), electron microscopy (TEM), low-temperature setups, and scientific software packages (e.g. Python, Origin, Igor, etcetera). Good team player and a vocation for science are critical.
Contract details: 4 years contract under Predoctoral Personnel programme (associated to AEI PID2025 projects, former FPI contracts). Gross salary of approximately 31 k€/year + social benefits
Applications: Contact the project PIs below with your CV, cover letter and transcripts of your Bachelor and Master degrees. Estimated official call opening (PIF 2026) in October-December 2026. Starting date around first half 2027, to be agreed.