PhD Student in Real-Space Quantum Geometry

Your tasks ##

• Grow and pattern magnetic thin films by nanolithography techniques 
• Perform micromagnetic simulations 
• Investigate patterned films by electron and X-ray imaging techniques as well as electronic transport 
• Collect and analyze data, present your research at international conferences, and publish your results in peer-reviewed scientific journals 
• Support the research team and collaborate with your colleagues, including during beamtimes at large-scale facilities 
• Pursue your PhD at PSI with enrollment at ETH Zurich

Your profile ##

• Master-s degree in Physics, Material Science or Electronics 
• Strong interest in solid-state physics, experimental research, and development of new methods and instrumentation 
• Good written and spoken English skills 
• Experience with material growth, device fabrication in cleanrooms, magnetic imaging techniques, micromagnetic simulations and Python is welcome but not essential
• Highly motivated, curious, eager to learn, self-driven and a team player

We offer ##

Our institution is based on an interdisciplinary, innovative and dynamic collaboration. You will profit from a systematic training on the job, in addition to personal develop-ment possibilities and our pronounced vocational training culture. If you wish to optimally combine work and family life or other personal interests, we are able to support you with our modern employment conditions and the on-site infrastructure.

For further information, please contact Dr Giacomo Sala, email [email protected], phone +41 56 310 48 70. 

Please submit your application online by 15 November 2026 including your motivation letter, CV, and list of research activities and publications (if any) for the position as a PhD Student (Index-Nr. 3704-30351).

Paul Scherrer Institute, People & Culture, Serdal Varol, 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland