Post-doctoral Researcher on Low Dimensional Materials for Rectification
The Nanoscience Cooperative Research Center, CIC nanoGUNE, located in Donostia-San Sebastian, Basque Country (Spain), is currently looking for a
POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER
to work on
Low-dimensional materials for Rectification
NanoGUNE is a research center devoted to conducting world-class nanoscience research for the competitive growth of the Basque Country. NanoGUNE is a member of the Basque Research and Technology Alliance (BRTA) and is recognized by the Spanish Research Agency as a María de Maeztu Unit of Excellence.
The Nanodevices group, co-led by Prof. Luis E. Hueso and Prof. Fèlix Casanova, is currently composed of 30 members including senior and junior researchers. It has extensive research facilities for fabrication and characterization of devices and several active research lines spanning from nanofabrication to 2D electronics and spin transport.
The research topic advertised here encompasses the interplay between low crystal symmetry and electrical properties. In particular, we will explore the non-linear effects of chiral materials and their rectifying properties at high frequencies. The project also foresees the integration of optimal working materials together with functional 5G antennas.
The research to be performed will require the synthesis of chiral materials, both based on Tellurium and on artificial 2D heterostructures. It will also involve the nanofabrication of microdevices (using techniques such as thin film deposition, electron-beam lithography and etching), and their electrical transport characterization. A major objective is to explore the rectification of radiofrequency waves into dc currents.
The following is a selection of publications related to our team’s recent work on this research topic:
Nature Materials 24, 1005 (2025)
Advanced Materials 37, 2419283 (2025)
Nature Materials 23, 1502 (2024)
Advanced Materials 36, 2310768 (2024)
The candidate must have a Ph.D. in Physics or Materials Science. Proficiency in spoken and written English is also required.
Although not compulsory, the following points will be positively considered:
- Experience in any of these experimental techniques: e-beam lithography, materials growth and characterization, electrical transport measurements
- Previous knowledge in electronic instrumentation and measurement
- Previous knowledge in the fundamentals of non-linear transport
- Publication track record
- Self-motivated and a team player willing to coordinate the research in a particular topic
We offer an international and competitive environment, state-of-the-art equipment, and the possibility to perform research at the highest level.
We promote teamwork in a diverse and inclusive environment and welcome all kinds of applicants regardless of age, disability, gender, nationality, race, religion, or sexual orientation.
The position is expected to start on 1 May 2026 and for a total length of up to 2 years.
The candidates should apply by completing the form below, attaching a complete CV including at least two references. The deadline for application is January 6, 2026.
This position is linked to Project PDC2025-165147-I00, funded by MICIU/AEI/10.13039/501100011033.
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