The Paul Scherrer Institute PSI is the largest research institute for natural and engineering sciences within Switzerland. We perform cutting-edge research in the fields of future technologies, energy and climate, health innovation and fundamentals of nature. By performing fundamental and applied research, we work on sustainable solutions for major challenges facing society, science and economy. PSI is committed to the training of future generations. Therefore, about one quarter of our staff are post-docs, post-graduates or apprentices. Altogether, PSI employs 2300 people.
For the Laboratory for Multiscale Materials Experiments we are looking for a
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 giacomo.sala@psi.ch, 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