Doctoral student in liquid-phase scanning transmission electron microscopy (a) in Dübendorf

Are you interested in fundamental aspects about the formation of functional nanoparticles and in new microscopy modalities to track individual atoms while they form such quantum dots? As a PhD candidate, you will explore the atomic-scale particle formation processes by means of in situ experiments performed on an aberration-corrected microscope. Based on the knowledge gained, you will develop new approaches for efficient, well-controllable synthesis routes for metallic nanoparticles and complex quantum dots. Since the ionic liquids are, apart from their outstanding properties as solvents, also useful for reaching high resolution in LP-STEM, you will identify such liquids that are optimal for both aspects. Therefore, you will not only be responsible for elaborating new custom-tailored synthesis strategies, but also for applying and further developing cutting-edge LP-STEM methods.

We are looking for a highly motivated, ambitious and proactive candidate who is excited to pursue her/his own PhD project with a high level of commitment. 

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