Fully funded PhD position | non-contact atomic force microscopy on diamond surafces

Applications are invited for a fully funded PhD position in the group of Prof. Michael Reichling, Department of Physics, University of Osnabrück. The successful candidate will be involved in high level cooperative research aiming at the development of a quantum computer involving NV centres in diamond.

The position implies research aiming at a PhD degree obtained during working hours as well as a teaching duty of two hours per week during term time. Research will be focused on the high resolution investigation of differently prepared diamond surfaces with non-contact atomic force microscopy in the ultra-high vacuum (NC-AFM). Research includes the careful preparation of diamond surfaces and the production of shallow NV centres. General information on the research group can be found at : http://reichling.physik.uos.de/ The project is embedded into an interdisciplinary cooperation involving further local and international research groups.

Applicants should hold a Master degree in physics. Applications should comprise a CV, copies of Master and Bachelor degree certificates including supplements as well as copies of other relevant documents (e.g. publications). Please provide English transcripts if the language of the original documents if other than English or German. A required qualification is proficiency in the German language and the determination to become fluent in German within a short time.

Osnabrück University has been certified as a family-friendly university committed to helping working/studying parents and carers balance their family and work life. The university aspires to ensure equal opportunities for men and women and strives to work towards a gender balance in schools or departments where new appointments are made. If equally qualified candidates apply, preference will be given to those with special needs.

Applications should be submitted electronically to Ms. Lana Stork-Bohmann ([Email Address Removed]) to arrive no later than 08/14/2018. For further information, please contact Prof. Michael Reichling at [Email Address Removed]. We look forward to receiving your application!