Saarland University University of Luxembourg Institut Laue-Langevin Grenoble
The Saarland University and the University of Luxembourg in collaboration with the Institut Laue-Langevin (ILL) in Grenoble are investigating kinetic and fast dynamic processes in magnetic nanomaterials using time-resolved (stroboscopic) small angle neutron scattering (SANS). For a research project funded by BMBF we are seeking as of now a:
PhD student.
The successful candidate will have a M.Sc. or diploma degree in physics of a Technical College or University.
Tasks:
The central objective of the project is the time-resolved investigation of magnetisation processes, magnetic-field-induced structure formation as well as domain motion in magnetic nanomaterials. A pulsed neutron beam will be used to measure the sample response to an applied periodic magnetic field as a time-dependent SANS signal. This innovative stroboscopic method (TISANE) enables the study of processes in the time frame from the millisecond to the microsecond scale. Focus of the doctoral thesis is the development of a sample environment providing an optional superposition of an oscillating and/or static magnet field in the kHz range. This sample environment shall be developed and installed in collaboration with the ILL. Preparation and characterisation of magnetic materials will be carried out at the UdS. The stroboscopic SANS experiments and the data analysis will be a collaborative effort of the ILL and the University of Luxembourg.
Requirements:
Basic knowledge of solid state physics, good basic technical understanding, excellent experimental skills.
The Position:
We offer an exciting and challenging position in a dynamic team of physicists, material scientists and electrical/mechanical engineers. The attendance of international conferences is highly estimated.
Terms of employment:
The position is offered for a three-year term (TV-L 13/2).
The Saarland University is an equal opportunities employer. In accordance with its policy of increasing the proportion of women in this type of employment, the University actively encourages applications from women.
For candidates with equal qualification, preference will be given to handicapped people.
Please send your application including a CV and degree certificates (no original documents) to:
Universität des Saarlandes
Herrn Prof. Dr. Rainer Birringer
FR 7.3 Technische Physik
Campus D2 2
Postfach 15 11 50
66041 Saarbrücken