Research Collaborator - Hetero-Epitaxial Moirés and Uniaxially Strained Quantum Materials (Open)

We are seeking a postdoc to study electronic and transport properties of hetero-epitaxial moiré superlattices and quantum materials under uniaxial strain by using Angle Resolved Photoemission Spectroscopy (ARPES), Scanning Tunneling Microscopy (STM) and magneto-transport. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in ARPES. Transport and STM experience would be advantageous.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• The candidates will conduct the ARPES and/or STM, magnetization, specific heat and magneto-transport studies of quantum materials under uniaxial strain at user facilities and collaborating groups and contribute to the complementary within the research program of the group.
• The position will involve travel and possible extended stays at collaborating institutions and/or user facilities. The position is for 2-3 years, starting as soon as possible.

• An excellent understanding of the physics of strongly correlated materials and transport properties of quantum materials is essential. 
• Experience with lab- and synchrotron-based ARPES experiments. STM expertise and experience on Quantum Design PPMS is advantageous
• Experience in ARPES, MBE and/or STM.
• Proven abilities for disseminating research by writing papers and giving academic talks.
• Enjoys teamwork and an interdisciplinary environment.

• Estimated annual gross salary: Salary is commensurate with qualifications and consistent with our pay scales
• Target start date: 2026/04/30

We provide a highly stimulating research environment, and unique professional career development opportunities.

We offer and promote a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applicants regardless of age, disability, gender, nationality, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or gender identity.

The research team involves several collaborators from Donostia (DIPC and CFM), Zaragoza, Zagreb (Croatia) and Prague (Czech Republic) where the ARPES, STM and magneto-transport experiments will be performed. ARPES experiments will also routinely be done at synchrotron facilities around the World.

Interested candidates should submit an updated CV and a brief statement of interest to the following application email below. 

Reference letters are welcome but not indispensable.

The reference of the specific opening to which the candidate is applying should be stated in the subject line, and the application must be received before the application deadline.

Although candidates are welcome to contact the project supervisors to know further details about the proposed research activity, please be aware that the application will be evaluated only if it is submitted directly to the email address listed below as application email.

• Reference: 2026/17
• Application deadline: 2026/04/21
• Application email: jobs.research@dipc.org

Applications received by the deadline will be evaluated by a Committee designed by the DIPC board on the basis of the following criteria:

• CV of the candidate (40%)
• Adequacy of the candidate’s scientific background to the project (40%)
• Reference letters (10%)
• Other: Diversity in gender, race, nationality, etc. (10%)

Evaluation results will be communicated to the candidates soon after. Positions will only be filled if qualified candidates are found.

The DIPC may revoke its decision if the candidate fails to join by the appointed time, in which case the position will be awarded to the candidate with the next highest score, provided it is above 50 (out of 100).

However, the selected candidate may keep the position if, in the opinion of the Selection Committee, the candidate duly justifies the reasons why he or she cannot join before the specified deadline, and as long as the project allows it.