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The Faculty of Science, Technology and Medicine (FSTM) contributes multidisciplinary expertise in the fields of Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, Life Sciences and Medicine. Throughits dual mission of teaching and research, the FSTM seeks to generate and disseminate knowledge and train new generations of responsible citizens, in order to better understand, explain and advance society and environment we live in.
Your Role…
A PhD student position in Theoretical/Computational Solid-State Physics is available in the group of Prof. Ludger Wirtz at the Department of Physics and Materials Science, University of Luxembourg. The group uses and develops electronic structure methods for the description of electronic excitations in novel materials. A special focus lies on 2D materials and their application for light-harvesting and light emission. The research project will be on the role of electron-phonon coupling in spectroscopy. It will focus on the development of new methodologies and their applications to phonon-assisted luminescence and Raman spectroscopy. The project takes place in collaboration with partner groups of the European Theoretical Spectroscopy Facility (https://www.etsf.eu/): Dr. Fulvio Paleari (Modena), Dr. Claudio Attaccalite (Marseille), Dr. Sven Reichardt (Luxembourg).
What we expect from you…
- Master’s degree in physics, materials science, or a related field (or expecting to graduate soon)
- Background in programming and usage of ab-initio electronic structure codes
- Ability to work effectively in a team and good communication skills (oral and written)
- Prior knowledge of the methods of many-body perturbation theory (in particular the GW approximation and the Bethe-Salpeter-Equation) is a plus
In Short…
- Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract 36 Month (extendable upt to 48 months if required)
- Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
- Employee and student status
- Location: Limpertsberg
- Job Reference: UOL05603 / DPHYMS
The yearly gross salary for every PhD at the UL is EUR 38979 (full time)
How to apply…
Applications should include:
- Motivation letter
- Cv
- Copy of recent diplomas
- Names of two persons willing to write a reference letter upon request
Early application is highly encouraged, as the applications will be processed upon reception. Please apply ONLINE formally through the HR system. Applications by email will not be considered.
The University of Luxembourg embraces inclusion and diversity as key values. We are fully committed to removing any discriminatory barrier related to gender, and not only, in recruitment and career progression of our staff.
In return you will get…
- Multilingual and international character. Modern institution with a personal atmosphere. Staff coming from 90 countries. Member of the “University of the Greater Region” (UniGR).
- A modern and dynamic university. High-quality equipment. Close ties to the business world and to the Luxembourg labour market. A unique urban site with excellent infrastructure.
- A partner for society and industry. Cooperation with European institutions, innovative companies, the Financial Centre and with numerous non-academic partners such as ministries, local governments, associations, NGOs …
Further information…
For more information: ludger.wirtz@uni.lu