Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Atomic Layer Deposition

FZU – Institute of Physics of the Czech Academy of Sciences seeks an enthusiastic and motivated postdoctoral research fellow with research expertise in atomic layer deposition (ALD).

FZU is a leading public research institute located in Prague, the Czech Republic, which is oriented on the fundamental and applied research in physics. FZU is the largest institute of the Czech Academy of Sciences with more than 1200 employees. FZU tries to pursue high quality, innovative and ground-breaking fundamental research, as well as to promote interdisciplinary and applied research. FZU has recently received more than half a billion CZK for the development of a new European center in the area of solid states physics. The mission of the project “Solid State Physics for 21st Century” (SOLID21) is to address the most relevant scientific and technological challenges of the 21st century in the fields of nanoelectronics, photonics, magnetism, functional and bioactive materials, and plasma technologies.

We are looking for excellent and highly motivated material scientists who want to push forward frontiers in thin film and nanomaterial development using atomic layer deposition. The successful candidate will be focusing on science and technology at the nanoscale, harnessing the unique physical properties of novel nanomaterials (nano-silicon and 2D materials).

Main Responsibilities:
• ALD growth of thin films and nanomaterials (oxides and nitrides)
• research and development of new materials (2D materials and nano-silicon)
• maintenance of instruments
• development and implementation of new techniques / processes
• preparation of samples for customers from the FZU / external customers
• training of other users
• continuous learning
• writing of research papers

We are offering:
• interesting work in cutting-edge research and development of new materials
• working with unique research equipment
• participation in multidisciplinary scientific projects
• working in an international team and stimulating environment
• training and development (seminars, workshops, conferences)
• a competitive salary
• flexible working hours
• a long-term contract (4-year)

Requirements:
• a PhD. degree in physics, chemistry or engineering
• experience with materials research (previous experience with ALD is an advantage)
• creative thinking and proactive problem solving
• independent thinking and decision making
• eager to learn and share knowledge
• excellent communication skills
• excellent organization and time management skills
• good knowledge of English (written and spoken)

We are looking forward to your application including a motivation letter, CV, transcripts of diplomas, list of publications, and a list of professional references.

For additional information please contact Dr. Jiri Cervenka (cervenkafzu [dot] cz).