Postdoctoral researcher on Exotic electron and phonon transport regimes in patterned 2D systems in Basel

This position is part of a broader project including Prof. Ilaria Zardo, Univ. of Basel and Prof. Nicola Marzari at EPFL.

We are looking for a highly motivated scientist with a PhD degree in condensed matter physics, materials science, nanoscience or a related discipline and a strong interest for 2D materials, nano-fabrication and interdisciplinary research. Excellent communication skills and fluency in English (both written and oral) are expected.

The research will take place at the Laboratory for Transport at Nanoscale Interfaces in Dübendorf, next to Zurich as well as at IBM Zürich. The successful candidate will work on devices design, materials integration & patterning and the electrical and thermal characterization of hydrodynamic transport in 2D materials. Empa offers a highly stimulating research environment with state-of-the-art facilities and a broad interdisciplinary surrounding. The successful candidate will also have access to state-of-the-art cleanroom facilities at the Center for Micro- and Nanofabrication (ETH Zürich, www.first.ethz.ch) and at the Binnig and Rohrer Nanotechnology Center located at IBM Zürich laboratories (www.brnc.ethz.ch). The work will be carried out under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Michel Calame (Empa) and Dr. Bernd Gotsmann (IBM Zürich). The position is granted for 2 years with a possible extension, the foreseen starting date is September 1, 2020.