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Simon Wall

1 year ago

Quantum materials research Aarhus University in Denmark

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PhD, Postdoc

Field of study

Materials Science

Funding

No explicit funding details are provided in the post. However, Aarhus University typically offers competitive salaries and attractive working conditions for postdocs, and PhD positions are usually fully funded for EU/EEA/Swiss citizens, with tuition fees for others. Additional benefits may include pension schemes, parental leave, and possible tax breaks for international staff.

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Expired

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Denmark

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Aarhus University

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Keywords

Materials Science
Optical Physics
Superconductivity
Optical Imaging
Quantum Materials
Ultrafast Dynamics
Symmetry Breaking
Ultrafast Spectroscopy
Free-electron Laser
Phase Transition
Strongly Correlated System
Nonlinear Optic
Physics

About this position

?? Join cutting-edge quantum materials research at Aarhus University
– PhD & POSTDOC POSITIONS OPEN!

Two positions are available in the group of Assoc. Prof. Simon Wall , focusing on ultrafast light-matter interactions and the emergence of new quantum phases in complex materials.

? PhD: CONTROLLING SYMMETRY BREAKING IN QUANTUM MATERIALS
Investigate how light-induced disorder can trigger symmetry breaking and transient quantum phases such as superconductivity. Work at the interface of nonlinear optics, ultrafast spectroscopy, and X-ray free-electron laser science, with experimental work at top international facilities.
?? Deadline: 1 November 2025
?? Read more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/eQ-nfrWV

? Postdoc: ULTRAFAST X-RAY PROBES OF QUANTUM MATERIALS
Study how optical and phononic excitations drive phase transitions, polarons, and correlated states in materials such as cuprates and vanadium dioxide. The project includes experiments at leading XFEL and synchrotron facilities, and development of coherent imaging techniques..
?? Deadline: 31 October 2025
?? Read more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/d2UF43vY

WHY CHOOSE AARHUS UNIVERSITY?
? Stimulating research environment
? State-of-the-art instrumentation park
? Top ?? university
? Opportunity to work on cutting-edge science
- Top reasons to choose Aarhus University: https://lnkd.in/eBQ5Wg9

?? Both positions are based at the Department of Physics and Astronomy, Aarhus University , Faculty of Natural Sciences - Aarhus University
?? Group lead: Assoc. Prof. Simon Wall

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Funding details

No explicit funding details are provided in the post. However, Aarhus University typically offers competitive salaries and attractive working conditions for postdocs, and PhD positions are usually fully funded for EU/EEA/Swiss citizens, with tuition fees for others. Additional benefits may include pension schemes, parental leave, and possible tax breaks for international staff.

What's required

Applicants for the PhD position should have a relevant undergraduate or master's degree in physics, materials science, or a closely related field. For the postdoc position, a PhD in physics, materials science, or a related discipline is required. Experience in experimental physics, ultrafast spectroscopy, nonlinear optics, X-ray science, or quantum materials is highly desirable. Strong communication skills and the ability to work in an international research environment are preferred. English proficiency is necessary for both positions.

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Research Interests

Condensed Matter Physics

Materials Chemistry

Solid State Physics

Phase Transition

Topological Insulator