Physicist / Doctoral Researcher in Experimental Physics | Physiker (m/w/d)
Universität Würzburg
Job Summary
This doctoral position within the Cluster of Excellence 'ct.qmat' focuses on the cutting-edge field of topological plasmonics. As a Doctoral Researcher, you will work within the Nano-Optics group to develop topological plasmonic devices, specifically exploring non-Hermitian and passive parity-time (PT)-symmetric physics. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve engineering radiative loss and coupling in Su-Schrieffer-Heeger (SSH) chains using radiant and subradiant resonators. You will utilize 1 nm-precise nanofabrication and near-field mapping techniques to investigate lifetime-split topological modes and exceptional points. This role is highly collaborative, involving partnerships with theoretical physics and physical chemistry departments to utilize photo-electron emission microscopy (PEEM) for analysis. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of experimental physics with a fully funded contract, social security benefits, and enrollment in a structured PhD program at the University of Würzburg.
Required Skills
Education
Master’s degree in Physics, Applied Physics, Nanoscience, or a related field (equivalent to a German M.Sc. degree).
Experience
- Professional experience in experimental physics research
- Experience in nanoscience or related experimental laboratory work
- Proven track record of research, ideally including published scientific papers
- Experience with collaborative scientific projects involving interdisciplinary teams
Languages
Additional
- Candidates must qualify for admission to the PhD program at the University of Würzburg or the Graduate School of Science and Technology. The position is a Research Assistant role with social security benefits under German labor law.
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