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PhD in Structural Studies of Superconductor–Semiconductor Interfaces Institut Néel in France
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Electrical Engineering
Funding
Fully funded three-year PhD position within the QuanG2 doctoral programme under Horizon Europe COFUND. The post states that the programme provides funding for research and training activities.
Deadline
Sep 7, 2026
Country
France
University
Institut NÉEL

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PhD opportunity in Physics and Materials Characterization at Institut Néel, Grenoble, France. This fully funded doctoral project is part of the QuanG2 PhD Call coordinated by Université Grenoble Alpes and focuses on the structural studies of superconductor–semiconductor interfaces for quantum devices.
The thesis will investigate InAs/Sn nanostructures developed for tunable Josephson junctions and transmon qubits. The research combines high-resolution transmission electron microscopy (TEM), geometric phase analysis (GPA), chemical analysis (EDX), 4D-STEM, electron ptychography, X-ray diffraction, and growth modeling to understand atomic-scale interface structure, chemistry, strain, and defect formation. The project also includes collaboration with international partners in the UK for electrical transport measurements.
Academic keywords: Physics, semiconductor and solid-state physics, quantum devices, Josephson junctions, superconductor-semiconductor interfaces, TEM, 4D-STEM, ptychography, strain analysis, materials characterization.
Eligibility highlights: Applicants must hold a Master’s degree or equivalent by the deadline, must not already hold a PhD, and must satisfy the MSCA mobility rule (limited residence/activity in France during the previous 36 months). There are no nationality or age restrictions, and applicants must not be current employees of the host laboratory.
Funding: The position is described as fully funded for three years, with support for research and training activities under Horizon Europe COFUND.
Application deadline: 7 September 2026 at 12:00 PM (Paris time). Shortlisted candidates will proceed to online interviews in late October 2026 and in-person interviews in Grenoble in early December 2026.
Funding details
Fully funded three-year PhD position within the QuanG2 doctoral programme under Horizon Europe COFUND. The post states that the programme provides funding for research and training activities.
What's required
Applicants must hold a Master’s degree or equivalent by the application deadline and must not already hold a doctoral degree. Applicants must comply with the MSCA mobility rule: they must not have resided or carried out their main activity in France for more than 12 months during the 36 months immediately preceding the deadline. Applicants must not be current employees of the host laboratory. Required skills include semiconductor and solid-state physics, data analysis and problem solving, and English speaking and scientific writing.
How to apply
Apply through the QuanG2 online application platform using the application form linked in the post. Submit the application by 7 September 2026 at 12:00 PM Paris time. Eligible candidates will be shortlisted for online interviews and later in-person interviews in Grenoble.
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