PhD Students (Physics) at Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin
In the Institute Functional Oxides for Energy-Efficient IT
at HZB, we work on functional oxide thin films and nanostructures for energy
efficient information technology. We focus on material synthesis, detailed
structural characterization using advanced methods, and on transport and
optical properties in different types of materials and devices. We closely
collaborate with various local and international research institutes and
universities.
The PhD student will work within a BMBF-funded project on reconfigurable energy
efficient compact devices based on multiferroic hexagonal rare-earth manganites
thin films. He/she will focus on the film preparation and characterization
(crystalline structure, micro/nanostructure, ferroelectric properties, basic
electrical properties of capacitive stacks). He/she will closely collaborate
with the academic and industrial partners of the project with the goal to
optimize the materials for the targeted applications.
The PhD student will benefit from a dynamic and state-of-the-art-equipped
environment at HZB (including the synchrotron facility) combined with the
outstanding environment of Berlin in terms of universities and research
institutes. He/she will be working in a multidisciplinary team.
Tasks
- Synthesis of rare-earth manganite thin films by chemical and physical methods and defect engineering using various routes
- Structural and nano/microstructural characterization of the films (XRD, XPS, Raman…)
- Investigation of the ferroelectric properties including domain patterns
- Basic electrical characterization of the passive devices in collaboration with experts
- Ensure close collaboration with the academic and industrial partners of the project
- Presentation at international conferences and scientific publications of experimental results
Requirements
- Completed Master Degree in Physics, Chemistry, or Materials Sciences with excellent academic record
- Research experience in thin film or nanostructure synthesis
- Experience in the field of oxide and/or semiconductor materials
- Experience with material analysis techniques such as X-ray diffraction, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, scanning probe microscopies (AFM, PFM…), Raman spectroscopy is desirable
- Good written and spoken skills in English
- High dedication and enthusiasm for cooperative work as well as a team-oriented and communicative work ethic
What we offer
Fixed term contract for 36 months . The salary is based on the Collective Agreement for the German Public Service (TVöD-Bund).
We particularly welcome applications from women. Preference will be given to handicapped applicants provided equal suitability.
How to apply
We look forward to receiving your application via our application management system by 15.11.2019. For reasons of data protection regulations, we are unfortunately unable to consider applications that reach us by email or by mail in the application process.
Contact: Prof. Dr. Catherine Dubourdieu (catherine.dubourdieu@helmholtz-berlin.de) for more info or visit official page