Postdoctoral Fellow / Postdoctoral Fellowess in Kagome Lattice and van der Waals based Quantum Materials

Your Tasks

• Conduct in-house and large-scale facility experiments
• Analyse scientific data and publish in peer-reviewed, high-impact scientific journals
• Support and maintain laboratory equipment
• Collaborate with other scientists on overlapping projects
• Keep accurate records of work in lab notebooks and electronic files

Your Profile

• PhD in Physics with solid knowledge of condensed matter physics, quantum mechanics, and magnetism
• Expertise in X-ray based magnetic imaging or scanning probe microscopy for magnetism
• Experience in research on correlated materials and magnetism
• Strong software skills for data analysis
• Interest in a broad range of physics and experimental techniques
• Ability to adapt to new challenges
• Independent researcher who is also a strong team player
• Proficiency in English, both spoken and written

We Offer

Our institution fosters an interdisciplinary, innovative, and dynamic collaboration environment. You will benefit from systematic on-the-job training, extensive personal development opportunities, and a strong commitment to vocational training. We provide modern employment conditions and supportive on-site infrastructure, enabling you to effectively balance work, family life, and personal interests.

Your initial employment contract will be for one year, with the possibility of extension.

For further information, please contact Dr. Yona Soh via email at yona.soh@psi.ch.

Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

Application deadline: 30 September 2025 (including a list of publications and addresses of referees) for the position of Postdoctoral Fellow (Index-Nr. 6516-01).

Address:

Paul Scherrer Institute,
Human Resources Management,
Mariusz Prus,
5232 Villigen PSI,
Switzerland