Elzbieta Gradauskaite
2 weeks ago
Doctoral Position in Functional Oxide Thin Films at ETH Zurich ETH Zurich in Switzerland
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Chemistry
Funding
Fully funded doctoral position for four years with a competitive salary according to ETH standards. Includes access to advanced thin-film deposition, synthesis, and characterization facilities, plus employment benefits at ETH Zurich.
Country
Switzerland
University
ETH Zurich
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Doctoral Position in Functional Oxide Thin Films at ETH Zurich (Department of Chemistry and Applied Biosciences, Laboratory of Inorganic Chemistry, Solid-State Materials Chemistry Group).
This PhD project focuses on functional oxide thin films, especially layered perovskite-based oxides, where crystal chemistry, structure, and dimensionality are used to control electric, magnetic, and structural properties. The research combines thin-film synthesis, epitaxial strain engineering, heterostructures, crystallography, magnetism, ferroelectricity, and electrical/transport characterization.
Experimental work includes pulsed-laser deposition and magnetron sputtering, structural and functional characterization by X-ray diffraction, scanning-probe microscopy, magnetometry, and synchrotron-based experiments, as well as thin-film device fabrication in a cleanroom. The project also mentions using first-principles calculations and machine-learning foundation models to identify promising metastable compositions for experimental stabilization.
The position is ideal for candidates interested in materials science, chemistry, physics, and related areas of complex inorganic solids and oxide electronics. Prior experience in thin-film deposition, solid-state synthesis, crystallography, complex transition-metal oxides, scanning probe microscopy, electrical transport, device fabrication, or first-principles modelling is helpful but not required.
This is a fully funded doctoral position for four years with a competitive salary according to ETH standards. The group offers access to state-of-the-art deposition and characterization infrastructure and a collaborative, international research environment.
Applicants should hold a master’s degree in chemistry, physics, materials science, or a related field, and have excellent spoken and written English. The targeted start date is 01.11.2026 or by mutual agreement. Applications are reviewed immediately and accepted until the position is filled, so early application is strongly encouraged.
To apply, submit a single PDF with a cover letter, CV, transcripts, referee contacts, and an example of research work if available, via the online portal only. Questions about the position can be directed to Prof. Elzbieta Gradauskaite at [email protected].
Funding details
Fully funded doctoral position for four years with a competitive salary according to ETH standards. Includes access to advanced thin-film deposition, synthesis, and characterization facilities, plus employment benefits at ETH Zurich.
What's required
A master’s degree in chemistry, physics, materials science, or a related field is required. The candidate should be highly motivated, curious, self-driven, and enthusiastic about helping establish a new laboratory. Excellent spoken and written English is required, along with willingness to work in an international and diverse team. Experience in thin-film deposition, solid-state synthesis, crystallography, complex transition-metal oxides, scanning probe microscopy, electrical transport measurements, device fabrication, or first-principles material modelling is advantageous but not required.
How to apply
Prepare a single PDF containing a cover letter, CV, academic transcripts, names and contact details of two referees, and an example of research work if available. Submit the application only through the online portal. Direct questions about the position to Prof. Elzbieta Gradauskaite by email; do not send applications by email.
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