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
- Conduct research on linear and nonlinear charge, spin, and orbital transport by a combination of magneto-transport measurements at cryogenic temperatures and X-ray spectroscopy (synchrotron beamtimes at PSI-SLS and abroad)
- Support the research activities and maintain the infrastructure (electronic transport and magnetometry) of the PPM group
- Present research at international conferences and publish results in scientific journals
- Contribute to the supervision of PhD students
Your profile
- PhD degree in Condensed Matter Physics or Material Science, preferably in spintronics or magnetism
- Experience with electronic transport measurements, synchrotron-based measurements, cleanroom-based nanofabrication and Python coding
- Fluent in both written and spoken English
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.
The starting date is 1 January 2027. Your employment contract is limited to 2 years.
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 25 November 2026 including your motivation letter, CV and list of research activities and publications for the position as a Postdoctoral Fellow (Index-Nr. 3704-30550).
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