Post-doctoral position in Nanoscale Organic Spin Field-Effect Transistors

The Nanodevices Group at the CIC nanoGUNE Consolider Research Center in San Sebastian is currently looking for a

Postdoctoral Researcher
(Physics/Materials Science/Engineering/Chemistry)

who is interested in working in an inspiring international and interdisciplinary environment in the area of Nanoscale Organic Spin Field-Effect Transistors.

The postdoctoral appointment under this project is initially for two years. An extension is possible if extra funds were to become available. This specific position is funded by the European Research Council under the Starting Independent Research Grants scheme. The researcher will join a group of both senior and junior researchers working on charge and spin transport in molecular materials. The research topic proposed aims to answer fundamental questions in the field of organic electronics/spintronics, such as the main source of spin decoherence in molecular materials or the possibility of tuning the spin relaxation time by external sources. The research will require the fabrication of nanometre-sized organic devices (usually by electron beam lithography), together with their (low temperature) electrical characterization. Recent work on related research topics in which our team has participated can be found in the following articles: Advanced Materials 23, 1609 (2011); Nature Physics 6, 615 (2010); Nature Materials 8, 707 (2009); Physical Review B 78, 115203 (2008); Organic Electronics 9, 911 (2008); Advanced Materials 19, 2639 (2007); Physical Review B 76, 045406 (2007).

CIC nanoGUNE Consolider, located in San Sebastian, Basque Country (Spain), is a Research & Development Center with the mission of conducting basic and applied world-class research in nanoscience and nanotechnology, fostering training and education excellence, and supporting the growth of a nanotechnology-based industry. More information can be found at www.nanogune.eu

Requirements

Candidates should hold a Ph.D. in physics, materials science, engineering or chemistry. Experience in one or more of the following experimental techniques would be strongly preferred: organic transistors, lithography, metal and organic evaporation, AFM, data acquisition, low-temperature electrical transport and photoelectron spectroscopy.

The candidate should have a strong track record in publications at the highest level. In addition, he/she should be self-motivated and a team player willing to coordinate the research in a particular topic.

Proficiency in spoken and written English is compulsory.

Applicants should send their CV together with at least two reference letters to: Dr. Luis E. Hueso at l.hueso@nanogune.eu

The application will remain open until a successful candidate is appointed.