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Aalto University

PhD Position in Condensed Matter Physics and Two-Dimensional Quantum Devices Aalto University in Finland

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Materials Science

Funding

Fully funded PhD project. The initial employment contract is for two years and may be extended for another two years after a successful midterm review. The starting salary is approximately €3,142 per month gross and increases as the researcher progresses. The contract includes Aalto University occupational healthcare.

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Nov 30, 2026

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Finland

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Aalto University

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Materials Science
Superconductivity
Condensed Matter Physics
Scanning Tunneling Microscopy
2d Material
Physics

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About this position

Aalto University in Espoo, Finland, is seeking a Doctoral Researcher (PhD student) in condensed matter physics and two-dimensional quantum devices in the Atomic Scale Physics group at the Department of Applied Physics.

The project investigates emergent electronic phenomena in gate-tunable van der Waals materials using low-temperature scanning tunneling microscopy (STM). Research topics include correlated electron systems, topological systems, superconductivity and quantum phases in 2D materials. The work combines nanofabrication of quantum devices with lithography, deposition, exfoliation and transfer of layered materials, low-temperature STM experiments, collaboration with theoretical physicists, data analysis and scientific publication.

The position is supervised by Dr. Viliam Vaňo under the leadership of Professor Peter Liljeroth. It is a fully funded PhD project with an initial two-year contract, extendable by two further years following a successful midterm review. The starting salary is approximately €3,142 gross per month, with increases during doctoral studies, and occupational healthcare is included.

Applicants need a Master's degree in condensed matter physics or a closely related field, strong interest in experimental physics and good English skills. Experience with 2D-material nanofabrication, cleanroom processing, low-temperature or ultra-high-vacuum systems, STM, and 2D quantum materials is advantageous. The successful applicant must obtain doctoral study rights in the Aalto University School of Science.

Applications close on 30 November 2026. Submit a motivation letter, CV, degree certificates and transcripts, Master's thesis, and recommendation information through Aalto University's recruitment portal.

Funding details

Fully funded PhD project. The initial employment contract is for two years and may be extended for another two years after a successful midterm review. The starting salary is approximately €3,142 per month gross and increases as the researcher progresses. The contract includes Aalto University occupational healthcare.

What's required

Applicants must hold a Master's degree in condensed matter physics or a closely related field, have a genuine interest in experimental condensed matter physics, and have a good command of English; Finnish is not required. Advantageous experience includes nanofabrication and cleanroom processing of 2D materials, low-temperature and ultra-high-vacuum systems, scanning tunneling microscopy, and knowledge of 2D quantum materials and related physics. The selected candidate must also apply for doctoral study rights in the Aalto University School of Science and meet the admission criteria of the Aalto Doctoral Programme in Science.

How to apply

Apply through Aalto University's recruitment site using the “Apply now” button. Submit a cover letter, CV with education, skills and publications, degree certificates and transcripts, a PDF or repository link for the Master's thesis, and recommendation letters or referees' contact details.

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