Postdoctoral positions are available to explore the behavior of novel spintronic nanostructures within a new joint research effort between the AIMR Tohoku University and the University of Chicago. Researchers will have an opportunity to spend time in both laboratories, with Professor Hideo Ohno and Professor David Awschalom.
Description
Job type, rank, and number:
Postdoctoral Researcher, Full-time (Non-tenured), one or two positions.
Starting date:
Earliest possible date
Deadline for applications:
January 30, 2015 (The openings may be closed earlier if all positions are filled)
Research fields:
1. Condensed matter physics, 2. Materials Science,
3. Electrical Engineering
Content of work
1. Novel spintronic nanostructures physics including nanostructure fabrication
2. Synthesis of novel spintronic materials and their characterization
Qualifications:
1. Ph.D. degree in condensed matter physics, materials science, or electrical engineering
2. A good background for exploring spintronic nanostructure physics and spintronic materials research including fabrication, crystal growth such as molecular beam epitaxy, and/or characterization demonstrated by peer-reviewed publications in reputable journals
3. Ability to apply new experimental techniques and to investigate and resolve challenging problems in a logical manner
Treatment:
1. Salary: Annual income based on the regulation of Tohoku University
2. Position: Researchers of WPI-AIMR (to be affiliated with Tohoku Univ. as Postdoctoral Researcher)
3. Research fund: Cooperative research together with PI who manages the research fund
4. Term: 1 year with a possibility of extension until March 31, 2017 with yearly evaluation
5. Address: AIMR, Tohoku University, 2-1-1, Katahira, Aoba-ku, Sendai, JAPAN 980-8577 / University of Chicago AIMR Joint Research Center (at Institute of Molecular Engineering, the University of Chicago). How the period is divided between the two locations depends on the specific research topic.
Application materials:
1. CV (Including current address, telephone number and e-mail)
2. Publication list
3. Outline of research interest, research accomplishments, and research proposal at AIMR
4. Contact information of three referees
5. Two copies of major papers, up to three titles
Selection process: Application materials and interview. We cannot reply to inquiries regarding the selection process after screening.
How to apply:
The application materials should be submitted to the e-mail address below by pdf file or the printed-out documents should be sent via regular mail to the address below.
Where to apply:
International Academic/Research Cooperation Section,
International Relations Unit,
AIMR, Tohoku University
2-1-1 Katahira, Aoba-ku, Sendai, MIYAGI 980-8577, Japan
Phone: +81-22-217-5971 / Fax: +81-22-217-5129
E-mail: wpi-int@wpi-aimr.tohoku.ac.jp
Nr of positions available : 2
Research Fields
Engineering - Electronic engineering
Career Stage
Experienced researcher or 4-10 yrs (Post-Doc)
Research Profiles
Recognised Researcher (R2)