PhD Position in Infrared Nanospectroscopy and Nano-Optics CIC nanoGUNE in Spain

PhD Position in Infrared Nanospectroscopy at CIC nanoGUNE in San Sebastián, Spain, within the Nanooptics Group and in collaboration with attocube systems GmbH.

This opportunity is centered on nano-optics, infrared nanospectroscopy, s-SNOM (scattering-type scanning near-field optical microscopy), and photothermal expansion (PTE) nanospectroscopy. The project focuses on developing and optimizing a next-generation measurement platform for nanoscale optical characterization and comparing complementary techniques under identical experimental conditions.

Research applications mentioned in the post include nanophotonics, semiconductors, polymers, biological systems, and 2D quantum materials. The successful candidate will contribute to instrumentation development, technique comparison, and nanoscale analysis in an interdisciplinary environment bridging academia and industry.

Eligibility highlights: a Master's degree in Physics, Engineering, Materials Science, Physical Chemistry, or a related field; strong interest in nano-optics, spectroscopy, and scanning probe microscopy; programming experience including Python; hands-on laboratory experience; and good spoken and written English.

Funding: the post is presented as a PhD position at a leading research institute, but no stipend amount or detailed funding package is specified in the post.

Deadline: 14 June 2026.

How to apply: submit a complete CV and academic transcripts, a motivation letter (maximum 1 page) and reference letters in a single PDF, plus a brief summary of previous research experience or Master's thesis (maximum 1 page). Apply via the linked PhD IR nanospectroscopy application page before the deadline.