Postdoc in the area of nanophotonics of 2D materials
The Faculty of Physics of ITMO is looking for a highly motivated Postdoc to work at the intersection of experimental optics, condensed matter physics and materials science in the Light-Matter Coupling group (https://physics.itmo.ru/ru/research-group/4705). The successful candidate will be doing experimental research aimed at studying nonlinear, quantum and magneto-optical effects in two-dimensional van der Waals materials and nanophotonic systems based on them.
Responsibilities
- Experimental research aimed at studying nonlinear, quantum and magneto-optical effects in two-dimensional van der Waals materials and nanophotonic systems based on them;
- Supervising research of students and PhD students;
- Publishing scientific papers in high-rated journals;
- Applying for grants, both individually and together with colleagues;
- Participation in educational activities;
- Planning and organizing works on projects;
- Talks at conferences and seminars.
Requirements
- A PhD degree (or a Russian Candidate of Sciences degree) obtained in the last 7 years in the area of experimental optics, nanotechnologies or materials science;
- Papers published in leading scientific journals as a first author;
- A significant experience in experimental optics research and/or research of two-dimensional van der Waals materials;
- Experience of supervising students and/or PhD students;
- Experience of presenting at conferences;
- Knowledge of English: C1 (Advanced) or a higher level;
- Excellent presentation, communication and writing skills;
- Information analysis skills and decision-making skills, result-orientation;
- Sharing the principles and values of the Faculty;
- Working experience with femtosecond lasers and cryogenic equipment will be an advantage;
- Near-field microscopy skills will be an advantage;
- Working experience with modern nanofabrication technologies will be an advantage.
Conditions
- Work in modern, well-equipped optical and chemical laboratories;
- Work with femtosecond lasers in the optical and near-IR ranges, helium and nitrogen cryostats, high-sensitivity spectrometers, correlated single photon counting systems, scanning probe microscopy and near-field microscopy setups;
- Access to nanofabrication equipment;
- Friendly young team;
- Solving non-standard tasks, working in an interdisciplinary team;
- Continuous development and growth, and opportunities to move forward;
- Opportunity to propose new ideas and be heard;
- Corporate English classes for the employees;
- Work in the historic center of St. Petersburg;
- Annual paid leave;
Social package: official employment, voluntary health insurance, holidays in the corporate country recreation center, events for employees and their children, etc.
Salary
Заработная плата кандидата, удовлетворяющего требованиям, от 130 тыс. руб./месяц и определяется по результатам собеседования.
Address
Санкт-Петербург, ул. Ломоносова, 9
