Quantum Nano-optoelectronics Group: Post-doctoral Position …, Castelldefels

ICFO is offering up to two postdoctoral positions to a well-qualified, highly motivated and dynamic young scientists who wish to enhance their scientific career in a friendly and stimulating environment.

**Key responsibilities include**:

- Development, preparation, and characterization of high-quality 2D ferroelectric materials (e.g. 3R-TMDs, layered ferroelectrics) using exfoliation, stacking, and ultra-clean heterostructure assembly techniques.
- Advanced optical and optoelectronic characterization of ferroelectric domains and excitonic properties, including micro-photoluminescence, Raman spectroscopy, SHG, and near-field optical methods.
- Investigation of ferroelectric domain structure, dynamics, and switching mechanisms at the nanoscale, including optical manipulation of polarization states.
- Design and execution of experiments demonstrating optical control of ferroelectric polarization via exciton population engineering, including nonlinear optical responses relevant for neuromorphic activation functions.
- Analysis and interpretation of experimental data in close interaction with theory, modeling, and AI-assisted optimization activities within the consortium.
- Reporting and dissemination of the results.

**Share this opening!**: Use the following URL: Applicants must hold a PhD degree (or have submitted their thesis by the starting date) in Physics, Materials Science, Nanotechnology, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field, with a strong background in condensed matter physics, nanophotonics, or 2D materials research.
- Proven post-graduate research experience in two-dimensional materials, ferroelectric materials, van der Waals heterostructures, or optoelectronic devices.
- Hands-on experience with optical spectroscopy techniques (e.g. photoluminescence, Raman, SHG) and/or nanoscale characterization tools (e.g. AFM, near-field optics, scanning probe methods).
- Experience in low-dimensional material fabrication, cleanroom processing, or advanced sample preparation is highly desirable.
- Strong capability to independently design experiments, analyze complex datasets, and publish results in high-impact journals.
- Ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary and international research environment.

Salaries for ICFO Postdoctoral positions are assigned by the Selection Committee, based on experience and seniority of the applicant, as well as the assigned tasks and responsibilities within the group. Standard salaries range from a lower level aligned with national Ramon-y-Cajal fellowships to higher levels aligned with Marie Skłodowska-Curie individual fellowships.

The contract is offered for period of 3 years.

Additionally, a family allowance is also available on request and after corresponding approval for people with family charges in the terms described in the corresponding policy.
- Presentation letter with a declaration of interest,
- Curriculum Vitae, including contact details,

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