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Dear all,<br>
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I am looking for PhD candidates to come work with me at the
Technical University of Munich (TUM). The Quantum Magnetism group is
a newly formed laboratory based at the Center for Quantum
Engineering. We study quantum magnetic and correlated electron
materials on a fundamental level using in-house experimental
techniques in combination with low temperature, high pressures and
high magnetic fields, neutron and X-ray scattering as well as theory
and modeling. The laboratory is part of the physics department at
the TUM, a world-renowned research and education center, offering an
ideal academic environment as well as an excellent connection to
industry.<br>
<br>
Just next doors, the FRM-II research reactor provides scientists
with neutrons to be used for research in a variety of fields and in
particular for fundamental material science and condensed matter.
Neutron spectroscopy probes the dynamics of materials which hold the
key for understanding many quantum magnetic states.<br>
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When magnetic interactions in a material are competing, it is termed
“frustrated” and many exotic quantum properties may occur. This PhD
project is focused on investigating and tuning of phases of such
frustrated quantum magnets by using extreme conditions of low
temperatures and high pressures and high magnetic fields. The
candidate will perform neutron scattering experiments at the FRM-II
as well as use supporting techniques such as synchrotron X-ray
diffraction, magnetic susceptibility and specific heat measurements
in the lab at TUM.<br>
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<b>We offer</b> a challenging and exciting project in the field of
experimental quantum magnetism under the supervision of Prof. Ellen
Fogh and in close collaboration with instrument scientists at the
FRM-II. The candidate will benefit from the full integration in
these dynamic and international research communities.<br>
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<b>We are looking for</b> a highly motivated candidate with a master
in physics or related fields. The successful candidate has a strong
command of solid state physics and quantum mechanics, good
communication skills in English (spoken and written) and a
willingness to learn and engage in challenging research. Programming
skill in python or matlab as well as prior experience with neutron
or X-ray scattering is a plus but not mandatory.<br>
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<b>Applications</b> should include grade transcript, CV, motivation
letter and three contact persons for references. Applications should
be sent to Prof. Ellen Fogh (<a class="moz-txt-link-abbreviated" href="mailto:ellen.fogh@epfl.ch">ellen.fogh@epfl.ch</a>, no fixed TUM email
address yet). You are also very welcome to contact me for more
information. We encourage people of all backgrounds and genders to
apply.<br>
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The selected PhD student will need to enroll in the physics program
of the TUM doctoral school :<br>
• <a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="https://academics.nat.tum.de/phd/">https://academics.nat.tum.de/phd/</a> <br>
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<b>Deadline:</b> tentatively 01-04-2025 but the position remains
open until filled.<br>
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