PhD scholarship in Magnetic Materials - DTU Physics

The research section Magnetic Materials and Neutron Scattering (MAGNET) at the Department of Physics, Technical University of Denmark (DTU Physics) is seeking a highly motivated candidate for a PhD position within experimental condensed matter physics, working on synthesis, characterization and modelling of novel magnetic quantum materials using neutron and x-ray scattering in combination with laboratory-based techniques.

You will work with Associate Professor N. B. Christensen and Senior Researcher R. Toft-Petersen in the MAGNET section of DTU Physics. The position is funded through the Q-MAT European Spallation Source Lighthouse initiative.

Responsibilities and qualifications
Our group focuses on characterizing and understanding the magnetic properties of quantum materials such as magnetoelectrics, high-Tc superconductors and low-dimensional magnets, using neutron scattering as the key technique. Your overall task will be to strengthen this research. The project involves contributions to synthesis, bulk characterization, x-ray and neutron scattering experiments, as well as theoretical modelling of the experimental data.

You have interest and experience in experimental condensed matter physics, for example synthesis techniques, magnetic characterization and/or neutron scattering. Experience in programming, for example in Python or Matlab, is an advantage. We expect a high level of commitment to conducting research at an internationally competitive level. Excellent communication skills in both spoken and written English are a requirement.

You must have a two-year master's degree (120 ECTS points) or a similar degree with an academic level equivalent to a two-year master's degree.

Approval and Enrolment
The scholarship for the PhD degree is subject to academic approval, and you will be enrolled in one of the general degree programmes at DTU. For information about our enrolment requirements and the general planning of the PhD study programme, please see DTU's rules for the PhD education (https://www.dtu.dk/english/Education/PhD/Rules).

Assessment
The assessment of the applicants will be made by Associate Professor Niels Bech Christensen and Senior Researcher Rasmus Toft-Petersen.

We offer
DTU is a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of its research, education, innovation and scientific advice. We offer a rewarding and challenging job in an international environment. We strive for academic excellence in an environment characterized by collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility.

Salary and appointment terms
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union.

The period of employment is 3 years. The position is a full-time position and is to be filled at the earliest opportunity.

You can read more about career paths at DTU here (http://www.dtu.dk/english/about/job-and-career/working-at-dtu/career-paths).

Further information
Further information may be obtained from Niels Bech Christensen, Department of Physics, [email protected].

You can read more about the Department of Physics at https://physics.dtu.dk/.

If you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at DTU – Moving to Denmark (https://www.dtu.dk/english/about/job-and-career/moving-to-denmark). Furthermore, you have the option of joining our monthly free seminar “PhD relocation to Denmark and startup “Zoom” seminar” (https://www.dtu.dk/english/about/job-and-career/moving-to-denmark/before-arrival/phd-relocation-to-denmark) for all questions regarding the practical matters of moving to Denmark and working as a PhD at DTU.

Application procedure
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 1 March 2025 (23:59 Danish time). Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply now", fill out the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file. The file must include:

• A letter motivating the application (cover letter)
• Curriculum vitae
• Grade transcripts and BSc/MSc diploma (in English) including official description of grading scale
• Contact information for at least one academic referee

You may apply prior to ob­tai­ning your master's degree but cannot begin before having received it.

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply. As DTU works with research in critical technology, which is subject to special rules for security and export control, open-source background checks may be conducted on qualified candidates for the position.

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DTU develops technology for people. With our international elite research and study programmes, we are helping to create a better world and to solve the global challenges formulated in the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU in 1829 with a clear mission to develop and create value using science and engineering to benefit society. That mission lives on today. DTU has 13,500 students and 6,000 employees. We work in an international atmosphere and have an inclusive, evolving, and informal working environment. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland, and we collaborate with the best universities around the world.