[Neutron] PhD Student (MSc in Physics) at Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin, Germany

[Marie Haltod]

The department Quantum Phenomena in Novel Materials at Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin is looking for a

PHD STUDENT (F/M) (MASTER/DIPLOMA IN PHYSICS)
Reference No.: EM 2016/6

The Department of Quantum Phenomena in Novel Materials undertakes world leading research in quantum and frustrated
magnetism, multifunctional materials and superconductivity. As well as operating several X-ray and neutron instruments
it also offers a state-of-the-art materials synthesis program and the full range of standard sample characterization
facilities including X-ray Laue and powder diffraction, magnetization, specific heat and transport measurements.

Topic of the doctoral thesis: "Investigations of Topological and Quantum Magnets"

The PhD student will investigate topological and quantum magnets with particular focus on frustrated and low dimensional
magnetism where current research has revealed exotic phases such as classical and quantum spin ice which exhibit
monopole excitations, new forms of topological order and fractional excitations. These phenomena will be investigated
using primarily the experimental techniques of neutron and X-ray scattering along with materials synthesis and
characterization. Pressure and magnetic field will be used to tune the ground states and provide additional insight,
while deeper understanding will also be gained by performing computer simulations and by collaboration with theorists.

Applicants should have or be close to finishing a master/diploma degree in physics and should have taken courses in
condensed matter physics.

Contact for further information: Prof. Bella Lake (+49 30 8062-42058; bella.lake at helmholtz-berlin.de).

Please enclose with your application the following documents:
Motivation letter, CV and the contact details of at least two academic references.

What we offer:
Fixed term contract for 36 months. The employment contract is based on contracts for the German civil service
(TVöD-Bund). We particularly welcome applications from women. Preference will be given to handicapped applicants
provided equal suitability.

How to apply:
Are you interested? Then we look forward to receiving your application by 25th July
2016 using the e-recruitment portal on the HZB website intranet (www.helmholtz-berlin.de).




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Marie Haltod
Sekretariat
Abteilung Quantenphänomene in neuen Materialien
Department Quantum Phenomena in Novel Materials

phone    +49-30-8062-42689
fax      +49-30-8062-43689
email    haltod at helmholtz-berlin.de

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