Stillingstittel:
PhD position in Soft Matter Physics: Complex Photonic Materials Activated by Electric or Magnetic fields

Stillingsbeskrivelse:

NTNU - knowledge for a better world

The Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) creates knowledge for a better world and solutions that can change everyday life.

Faculty of Natural Sciences and Technology

Department of Physics

Jobbnorge ID: 124024

A PhD position at the interface between experimental optics and soft matter physics is available at the Department of Physics. The appointment has a duration of 3 years with the eventual possibility of until 1 year extension with 25% teaching duties in agreement with the Department. The position is financed by NTNU.

 

Information about the department

The position is organized in the Department of Physics. Currently, there are 27 professors, 10 associate professors, 7 adjunct professors, 70 PhD research fellows and 24 postdoctoral researchers appointed at the Department of Physics. Further information is available at: http://www.ntnu.no/fysikk/english.

 

Our research spans a broad spectrum of natural sciences and technology, which in turn allows us to offer an education that provides a solid basis for future careers. Physics research is carried out in experimental as well as theoretical fields, often across conventional boundaries between disciplines. Our central research areas are biophysics, nanoscience, surface physics, modern optics, astrophysics, solar energy, materials science, and medical technology. Research staff at the institute makes a special effort to increase the awareness and understanding of the importance and impact of physics in our society.

 

Job description

The project is a collaboration between two laboratories at the Department of Physics, NTNU: The Laboratory for Soft and Complex Matter Studies (http://folk.ntnu.no/fossumj/lab), and: The Optics-Polarimetry Laboratory.

The project is part of an initiative to develop nano-micro-scale structures for materials and surfaces with advanced optical functionalities, including dynamic structural colors or reflection/transmission in the visible range, employing electrically or magnetically guided self-assembly of nano-micro-particles. The research approach is experimental, and includes theoretical activities.

The project has access to NTNU state-of-the-art instrument parks, and may therein involve the use of NTNU-Nanolab. National and international collaboration with world leading research environments in the area of complex photonic materials is an important in the project.

The activity will focus on developing, characterizing and understanding nano-micro-structures, including active matter systems and the use of microfluidics, for the purpose of developing active complex photonic materials with dynamic optical response in a wide spectral range. The work will involve designing and using appropriate experimental model systems and sample environments including the use of electric or magnetic fields for structural control. Optical studies of the materials will be performed in collaboration with the Optics-Polarimetry Laboratory at NTNU, and nano-structural characterizations will be performed at our NTNU X-ray laboratory, international neutron facilities, such as IFE or ILL, at international synchrotron X-ray facilities such as ESRF or MaxIVLab, or with other external collaborators.

 

Qualifications

The applicant should hold an MSc (or equivalent) in physics, nanotechnology, materials science, or another relevant field. The position requires a strong interest in developing experimental skills needed for studies of soft matter physics phenomena.

Experience from nano-structura

Minstelønn: 0

Maksimal lønn: 0

Arbeidsgiver Navn: NTNU - Norges teknisk-naturvitenskapelig

Arbeidsgiver adresse: 7491 TRONDHEIM

Job kort beskrivelse: University and higher education teachers

Land: Norge

Region: Sør-Trøndelag

Kilde til jobbtilbud: NAV, Offentlige arbeidsformidlinger, Norge

Lønn valuta: NOK

Lønn periode: Pr. år