About this position
Title of the scientific task: Structural, calorimetric, and magnetic property studies of metallic alloys, with a particular focus on hard magnetic and structurally metastable materials, as well as solid-state physics phenomena occurring within them. The preferred candidate should have extensive experience in the synthesis and property analysis of bulk metallic materials obtained using arc melting and rapid solidification techniques (e.g., melt-spinning).
Duties:
- Synthesis of metallic alloys, including intermetallic compounds, using arc melting and rapid solidification techniques (melt-spinning);
- X-ray diffraction (XRD) measurements and data analysis (phase identification, determination of lattice parameters, and evaluating the impact of structural properties on magnetic performance);
- Analysis of structurally metastable alloys using calorimetric techniques;
- Measurement and analysis of magnetic properties, including magnetization as a function of the external magnetic field and temperature, along with data interpretation;
- Active publication of scientific results — presentation and dissemination of research findings, documented by a proven track record of prior publications, preferably as first author in peer-reviewed international journals;
- Handling and development of technological and measurement equipment.
Keywords: intermetallic compounds, structurally metastable alloys, solid state physics, magnetism, structural analysis, hard magnetic materials, X-ray diffraction, magnetic measurement, synthesis and characterization of metallic materials, experimental physics
Requirements
Research Field
Physics » Other
Education Level
PhD or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications
Required education:
- in the discipline: physical sciences;
- professional title, academic degree or academic title: doctor (PhD).
Required qualifications and skills:
- Scientific achievements (papers in recognized journals, conference contributions, awards, etc.);
- Knowledge of the basic technological and measurement methods, especially those available in the Department of Physics of Magnetism: arc melting, melt-spinning, X-ray diffraction, calorimetric measurements, magnetic susceptibility, and magnetization versus external magnetic field and versus temperature (vibrating sample magnetometer);
- Good knowledge of solid state physics, in particular in the field of magnetism, intermetallic compounds, and structurally metastable alloys;
- Experience in using software necessary for scientific research and text editing (Microsoft Office, Origin, etc.);
- Previous experience in the synthesis, structural characterization, and magnetic analysis of hard‑magnetic materials will be considered a strong additional asset.
Knowledge of English: good to the extent that allows for free communication and preparation of scientific publications.
Specific Requirements
Special requirements:
- Experience with magnetic and structural measurement equipment — ability to operate and develop laboratory instrumentation used for structural and magnetic studies;
- Experience with additional research infrastructures — previous involvement in research including experimental techniques such as Mössbauer spectrometry or neutron scattering.
Scientific experience required:
- in the discipline: physical sciences;
- on the topic: solid state physics, especially magnetism and magnetic properties;
- in the methods: magnetometry, X-ray diffraction, calorimetry. Professional experience required: 1 – 4 years.
Level
Good
Research Field
Physics » Solid state physicsPhysics » Condensed matter propertiesPhysics » Other
Years of Research Experience
1 - 4
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