PhD student on Van der Waals heterostructures for vertical organic transistors in Dübendorf

We are looking for a highly motivated PhD student with a master 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 (www.empa.ch/web/empa/transport-at-nanoscale-interfaces). The successful candidate will 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). Empa offers a highly stimulating research environment with state-of-the-art facilities and a broad interdisciplinary surrounding. The work will be carried out under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Michel Calame. The position is funded for up to 4 years, the foreseen starting date is February 1, 2019.